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'''Chinese tea culture''' refers to the methods of preparation of [[tea]], the equipment used to make tea and the occasions in which tea is consumed in China. The terms ''chayi'' "Art of Tea 茶藝" and [[Tea Ceremony]] have been used, but the term "Tea Culture 茶文化" includes more than just the ceremony. Also "culture" is easier to translate into English from the Chinese term "art 藝". | '''Chinese tea culture''' refers to the methods of preparation of [[tea]], the equipment used to make tea and the occasions in which tea is consumed in China. The terms ''chayi'' "Art of Tea 茶藝" and [[Tea Ceremony]] have been used, but the term "Tea Culture 茶文化" includes more than just the ceremony. Also "culture" is easier to translate into English from the Chinese term "art 藝". | ||
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==Tea drinking customs== | ==Tea drinking customs== | ||
There are several special circumstances in which tea is prepared and consumed. | There are several special circumstances in which tea is prepared and consumed. | ||