The first-ever “International Tea Day Carnival” organised by the city’s Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) was successfully held at the Tea Culture House and Lou Lim Ioc Park on 16 May, with 2,000 visits recorded throughout the event, according to the bureau.
The event marked the start of a series of activities throughout the year that promote tea culture.
The United Nations General Assembly has designated 21 May as “International Tea Day”, highlighting the long history, profound cultural heritage, health benefits, and economic significance of tea around the globe, according to IAM.
Meanwhile, “Charm of tea and traditional Chinese clothing”: The activity will be held on 13 June, 11 July, 8 August, 12 September, 10 October, 7 November and 12 December – on the first floor of the Tea Culture House – for participants to experience tea culture while wearing traditional Chinese clothing Hanfu.
In addition, “Shen-hour tea tasting with singing bowl music”: The activity will be held on 23 May, 25 July, 26 September and 21 November, combining tea culture with singing bowls, allowing participants to experience soothing and reflective moments while taking delight in tea and sound.
Furthermore, “Painted tea tins” parent-child workshop: The activity will be held on 27 June, 22 August, 24 October and 26 December. During this activity, parents and children can work together to design and paint on tea tins, enhancing parent-child relationships and sparking children’s interest in tea culture.
The above activities will be open for registration on “Macao One Account” in phases. For more information visit IAM’s website.
Source and Photo: IAM
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