The Fascinating History of Green Tea in China: 5000 Years of Tradition
The Fascinating History of Green Tea in China
Dive into 5000 years of history and culture around the world's oldest beverage.
The Legend of Emperor Shen Nung (2737 BC)
According to Chinese mythology, Emperor Shen Nung discovered tea by accident. Sitting under a wild tea tree, leaves fell into his boiling water.
Tang Dynasty (618-907): The Golden Age
Lu Yu wrote the "Classic of Tea" (Cha Jing), first comprehensive treatise on tea culture, preparation and tasting.