Photo: Jiang Kehong

Mount Wuyi in SE China, World Cultural and Natural Heritage site-

Source: Mount Wuyi in SE China, World Cultural and Natural Heritage site

Photo: CFP

The extended 44th session of the World Heritage Committee kicked off on Friday in Fuzhou, capital city of southeast China’s Fujian Province. At the session, the ancient port city of Quanzhou, about 180km from Fuzhou, will be assessed for World Heritage status with the application for “Quanzhou: Emporium of the World in Song-Yuan China”.

Source: Extended 44th session of UNESCO World Heritage Committee kicks off in Fuzhou, SE China

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Shunan Teng is on a mission to preserve and promote legendary teas.

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China – Mount Wuyi

1. The Wuyi mountain range is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Wuyi oolongs can only be made in the Northern Fujian mountain range that is their namesake. This region was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999 for its cultural value, scenic views, and biodiversity. It is interesting to note that unlike most other oolong production areas the tea here is not grown at high elevation (only about 700 meters). That doesn’t mean they aren’t good quality though! The traditional growing area for Wuyi oolongs is called Zheng Yan and it is carefully protected. Older trees within this area are referred to as Lao Cong. These teas will fetch a much higher price tag but buyers need to be aware that fakes abound in both China and abroad.

2. It’s all about the rocks.

You might also see this type of tea called yancha, or cliff tea.

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