Linhuan, an Ancient Tea Town
Updated: 2008-01-16 11:26
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LinhuanTown, 37 kilometers (23 miles) southwest of the Suixi County on the north bank of the old huanshui River. The town has a history of more than 3,000 years and it has been over 600 years since the uprising of tea culture in Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). In the 500 meters (547 yards) long central street stand no less than sixteen teahouses, which have something in common with their counterparts in other regions, but also contain their own uniqueness.
Simple Lifestyle
People in Linhuan town have a simple lifestyle. You can find plenty of teahouses at the old town Linhuan. Drinking tea is a 600 year old, local tradition. You can also enjoy the local opera shows in the teahouses. The two local operas, namely Sizhou Opera and Liuqin Opera, are known for their resonant an enchanting singing.
Host Family Teahouse
Linhuan teahouses are set in hosts’ family houses, which are opposite to streets or rivers. Most of them have no names, with a flag “茶(Tea)” hanging on the door to attract guests.
