Morning
Today students can spend morning time exploring the historic Qinghefang Street after breakfast. Hefang Ancient Street in Hangzhou stands out by displaying a diverse range of traditional Chinese crafts, including land-blown sugar candy, paper-cutting, and handmade dough figurines. There are also a diverse array of shops in iteration for centuries, especially Huqingyu Tang Chinese Medicine Pharmacy. Notably, Huqingyu Tang serves as the only Chinese medicine museum in the area, providing you with an insight into Hangzhou's medical history and allowing you to witness the traditional pharmaceutical process. You can learn some basic knowledge about traditional Chinese herbal medicine.
Afternoon
It is a lovely way to spend afternoon in Meijiawu Tea Village, renowned as one of the most important tea production bases and famous for its tradition of serving exquisite tea. If you're interested in learning about the rich history and promising future of tea in China, a visit to Meijiawu Village is a must. There you can learn about the history of tea, the process of making tea, and the functions of different kinds of tea. By attending the elaborate tea ceremonies held here, you'll come to understand why participating in these ceremonies is so significant to the Chinese people. In this afternoon, you'll have the opportunity to join local farmers at Meijiawu Tea Village to experience tea culture firsthand. You'll get to pick tea leaves, learn how to dry and process them into green tea, and even participate in a traditional tea ceremony. Additionally, you'll enjoy a delightful lunch featuring traditional tea-flavored dishes. This half-day adventure is truly unique and unforgettable.
