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International Tea Day on Dec. 15 is an exciting day to celebrate one of the world's most beloved beverages! Tea has been around for thousands of years, and it was originally used as a medicinal drink by ancient cultures in South Asia and China. Today, tea is popular all over the world, with many different varieties like green tea, black tea, oolong tea and more. So grab your favorite cup of tea and join in on this special celebration!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2737 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Discovery of Tea</div><div class='timeline-text'>Legend states that Chinese Emperor Shen Nung discovered tea when leaves from a wild tree blew into his pot of boiling water.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>618-907</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tea in Tang Dynasty</div><div class='timeline-text'>During China's Tang dynasty, tea became a popular drink and was also used in religious offerings.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1500s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tea Reaches Europe</div><div class='timeline-text'>Tea began to be imported to Europe by Portuguese and Dutch traders.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1657</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tea in England</div><div class='timeline-text'>Thomas Garway, the first English tea dealer, began selling tea in England, aiding its rise in popularity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1837</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Tea Plantations in India</div><div class='timeline-text'>The British East India Company established tea plantations in Assam, India, beginning the large scale production of tea.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>International Tea Day Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>International Tea Day was first observed in Delhi, India, and has been celebrated annually on December 15th since then.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Brew your own tea</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to steep a cup of tea in the traditional way. Choose some favorite herbs, fruits, and spices, heat up some water and enjoy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a tea party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for an afternoon of tea sampling. Ask everyone to bring their favorite type of tea and snacks to share. Make it a festive occasion with decorations and music.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Explore new types of tea</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Go to your local specialty food store or an Asian market and explore all the different types of teas available. Discover what you like and create unique blends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a tea house</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to relax with friends at a local tea house. Enjoy the atmosphere, sip on cups of delicious tea, and sample light bites.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try bubble tea</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Bubble tea is a popular drink that originated in Taiwan that contains sweetened iced tea mixed with milk, sugar, and chewy tapioca balls or boba. Try it for yourself at your local bubble tea shop.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Tea is healthy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Drinking tea on a regular basis has been linked to improved heart health, lower cholesterol levels, and an increased immunity. Plus, it contains antioxidants that can help your body fight off diseases and infections.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Tea is comforting</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nothing beats the soothing effects of a cup of hot tea. Whether you're calming down from a stressful day or trying to stay warm during the colder months, tea can be just what you need to relax and unwind.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Tea offers variety</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From green and black teas to herbal and floral blends, there are so many different types of tea out there! Trying new blends can help you discover exciting flavors as well as explore unique cultures from around the world.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tea is the Most Consumed Beverage in the World After Water</h3><p class='facts-content'>With its countless varieties and calming effects, tea is the second most-consumed drink globally following water. It's a daily staple in many cultures worldwide.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tea Can be Aged for Many Years</h3><p class='facts-content'>Certain types of tea, like pu-erh from China, can be aged for several decades. The flavor profile evolves over time, making aged teas a sought-after delicacy among connoisseurs.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>All Tea Comes from the Same Plant</h3><p class='facts-content'>Though there are numerous types of tea, all traditional tea comes from the Camellia sinensis plant. Differences in flavor, color, and aroma arise from variations in how the leaves are processed.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There's a Reason Tea Freshens Your Breath</h3><p class='facts-content'>Tea contains polyphenols, which can kill or suppress bacteria, ending their tooth-decaying effects and their contribution to bad breath!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Most Expensive Tea is Made from Panda Poop</h3><p class='facts-content'>An entrepreneur from China created the world's priciest tea by growing green tea in panda feces. At $200 for a small cup, it's a luxury experience indeed!</p></div></div>
International Tea Day is celebrated on December 15 every year. In 2024 International Tea Day will occur on a Sunday.
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