China National Tea Museum – Lóngjǐng Scenic Area

Hangzhou


This second branch of the China National Tea Museum, which opened in 2015, enjoys stunning views of the surrounding tea plantations and is set amid beautifully manicured gardens. It has an especially interesting exhibition hall, with excellent English signs, dedicated to global tea culture. A fascinating insight into the history and influence of a drink that is now ubiquitous in almost every culture.

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