Tea has a history of 5000 years. It is said that when Shen Nong was drinking boiling water,a couple of leaves fell into the pot and the boiling water gave off an pleasant fragrance.He took a few sips,feeling refreshed.Thus,tea was discovered.
Since then,tea gradually became popular in China.The tea plantations spread all over the country and the tea merchants became rich.The elegant and expensive tea sets became a symbol of status.
To day,tea is not only a kind of healthy drinks but also a part of Chinese culture.An increasing number of international tourists drink tea while learn about China.