First, the history of tea
The origin of tea can be traced back to the ancient civilization in southwest China. Legend has it that in ancient times, Shennong discovered a wild tea tree while exploring plant medicinal materials. After trying, he found that tea can soothe the nerves and enhance human immunity, so he began to use this herb as a tool to deal with diseases.
With the passage of time, tea has gradually become a drink. Lu Yu, a poet in the Tang Dynasty in China, wrote a book called Tea Classics, which introduced in detail the varieties, making methods, material selection and how to drink tea. This book occupies an important position in China tea culture and is regarded as the cornerstone of tea culture.
Second, the evolution of tea culture
With the passage of time, tea culture has gradually evolved. By the Yuan Dynasty, the development of tea art was very mature. Tea artists often use different tea sets, utensils and ceramics to show the beauty of tea to their guests. During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, the scale of tea culture reached its peak. Some high-end teahouses and tea clubs have risen rapidly, and various forms of tea parties and tea lovers have become very common.
With the passage of time, tea culture has gradually become a social activity. Tea artists compete in various skills and formulate various tea culture norms such as tea set, tea art and teahouse, which constantly enrich the connotation of tea culture.
Third, the value of tea.
As a traditional beverage, tea is also widely used in modern society. Tea has many health-care functions such as cancer prevention, antipyretic, lipid-lowering and weight-reducing, and it is a very healthy drink. Tea contains a variety of nutrients and antioxidants, which can keep the body healthy and balanced.
Besides, tea, as a cultural symbol, represents the traditional culture of China. China tea culture is deeply loved by people all over the world and has made important contributions to international cultural exchanges in China.
Fourth, tea and personal value.
Tea not only represents the value of culture and history, but also represents the value of personal taste, culture, art, moral quality and so on. Drinking tea can calm people down and increase the effect of thinking, concentration and adjustment. Through the interpretation of a pot of tea, tea set, tea ceremony, tea ceremony, show a person's taste and connotation. In the face of sudden pressure and difficulties in life, tea tasting can bring nourishment and make people face all this with a calm mind.
conclusion
Tea can be said to be one of the essences of China culture and one of the most recognized and disseminated drinks in China. The history and culture of tea are closely related to the culture of China. By understanding tea culture, we can better understand China culture and China. Tea is healthy and can bring peace and calmness. Understanding and tasting tea culture is not only to know a drink, but also to enhance its connotation and value.