Longjing Tea is one
of China's best teas and is one reason for Hangzhou's
international fame. The tea is grown in the Longjing
mountain area of Hangzhou, southwest of the West Lake.
The flat and smooth tea leaves (resembling pine needles
with a yellow to dark green color) brew a tea with
light to dark green color, a fragrant scent, and a
refreshing taste.
Longjing Tea can be bought throughout Hangzhou,
but the best place to buy Longjing Tea is the Longjing
("Dragon Well") area of Hangzhou. The tea
there is said to be the best Longjing available.
Alternatively, the tea can be purchased around other
Hangzhou attractions, but the quality of the tea
might not be as good.
The Hangzhou Longjing Tea Store is another good place
to purchase Longjing Tea, but watch out for slightly
high prices. On the other hand, quality should be better
than buying from hawkers on the street. |
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