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Green tea is a "true" tea, meaning it is made solely with the leaves of Camellia sinensis, that has undergone minimal oxidation during processing. Green tea originates from China and has become associated with many cultures in Asia from Japan to the Middle East. Recently, it has become more widespread in the West, where black tea is traditionally consumed. Many varieties of green tea have been created in countries where it is grown that can differ substantially due to variable growing conditions, processing and harvesting time. Over the last few decades green tea has begun to be subjected to many scientific and medical studies to determine the extent of its long-purported health benefits, with some evidence suggesting regular green tea drinkers may have lower chances of heart disease and developing certain types of cancer.

These are the Four Beauties of ancient China, historical figures whose lives have been embellished in Chinese literature. This may give you a feel for ancient Chinese culture and history.

Yang-Gui-Fei had “a face that would make all flowers feel shameful”. She was an only child whose father died when she was young. She was a good singer and dancer. She was chosen to attend to the emperor and became part of the imperial harem. She came to have such influence over the emperor that many members of her family were appointed to high positions. Among them was Yang Guozhong, who became a corrupt prime minister. Emperor Xuanzong fell to Yang-Gui-Fei’s charm and neglected his royal duties. Everyone came to hate her and her family because they felt they were causing the country’s downfall. This led to rebellion on the part of one of Xuanzong’s generals in 755 AD, who marched on the capital. The emperor fled with Yang-Gui-Fei. They didn’t get far when his own royal guard troops refused to march any further unless Yang-Gui-Fei and Yang Guozhong were executed. The emperor could do nothing but bow to their wishes. She chose to commit suicide instead. It is said that she was slighly overweight, which was considered attractive at that time. She also had an unpleasant odor, which she tried to mask with scented powders and baths. Like Xi-Shi, she is known for nearly causing the downfall of a Chinese kingdom.

China's Famous Teas or The Ten Great Chinese Teas refers to a finite list of types of Chinese tea. Though different sources will cite slightly different teas, this is a list from Chinese Tea Culture Research Centre of the 10 famous teas.
Yunnan Puerh, one of China's oldest teas known for its unique ageing properties and health benefits.
Xi Hu Longjing, a Green tea from Zhejiang Province.
Dong Ting Bi Luo Chun, a Green tea from Jiangsu Province.
Huang Shan Mao Feng tea, a Green tea from Anhui Province.
Tai Ping Hou Kui tea, a Green tea from Anhui Province.
Lu An Guapian, a Green tea from Anhui Province.
Xin Yang Mao Jian, a Green tea from Henan Province.
Keemun, a Black tea from Anhui Province.
Junshan Yinzhen, a Yellow tea from Hunan Province.
Da Hong Pao, an Oolong tea from Mount Wuyi, Fujian Province.
Tieguanyin, an Oolong tea from Fujian Province.

Shenyang is located in the central part of Liaoning Province. It is the largest city in Northeast China. It is also an important industrial base and a famous historical city.
Shenyang is both one of Chinese megalopolises and the important industrial bases, and the center of economy, culture, science and Technology, trade, finance and transportation. Population (1991 estimate) 4,540,000.

Situated in Jilin Province, Changchun City is the provincial capital and important machine building base of China. Its area is 18881 square kilometers with a population of 6.46 million.
Although Changchun has been more than 200 years old, it is still a young city comparing other historical cities in China, like Xian. It is located the central part of Songliao Plain. If territory of China is in a shape of rooster, therefore Changchun is one eye of this huge rooster. You can imagine its important position.
Changchun has suffered a lot of hardships, especially in modern times. In 1931 Japan invaded and occupied entire northeast part of China, which can be considered the prelude of Chinese Anti-Japanese War. Obviously Changchun became a colony of Japanese imperialists. On March 1, 1932, Puyi, the last emperor of China, set up Manchukuo in Changchun supported by Japanese invaders, taking Changchun as the capital. From then on brutal rule of Japanese upon Chinese people had begun. After a long time of struggle and resistance, finally Changchun broke off the ruthless rule, stepping into a bright and splendid future.
The present Changchun is charming city with several fine names which can give you a general impression of this big city.
Spring City of Northland: Changchun is of monsoon climate, locating in the transitional belt from wet area to sub-dry area. The four seasons varies a lot and the climate is rather pleasant, therefore Changchun is honored Spring City of Northland.
Forest City: Woods, forest, people, city interweave together to show you a distinctive characteristic of Changchun. 39% of Changchun ground has been clothed with greenage, which makes Changchun one of top cities in this aspect. Green plants in and around Changchun make the city become a big oxygen bar, providing people to enjoy real fresh air.
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Barn: Spring is dry and windy; summer is wet and rainy; autumn is sunny and cool; winter is cold. Generally speaking rain and heat come in the same season. Besides, favorable climate and enough sunshine provide very good condition for the growth of crops. Changchun teems with corn and soybean; therefore it is praised as barn.
City of Automobiles: Changchun is the cradle of Chinese automobile industry, a famous auto city in China. On July 13, 1956, a truck branded with Jiefang was produced, which opened a new age for Chinese auto industry. This truck was the first automobile entirely made by Chinese. Famous and Changchun International Automobile Fair makes Changchun a real City of Automobiles.
City of Films: Changchun Film Studio was the first one after the found of People's Republic of China. It is praised as the cradle of Chinese film industry. For dozens of years, a great many excellent domestic films and dubbed films were produced here which gained a good fame for Changchun Film Studio both at home and abroad. As a calling card of Changchun, ceremonious Changchun Film Festival has enhanced its honor City of Film. Film is an intermedium. People outside Changchun have known more about this city through film; while Changchun has presented more of itself by films.
It is undeniable that Changchun is also a good travel destination. The natural sceneries of Changchun lie in lakes and forests. Nanhu Park (South Lake Park), Jingyuetan National Forest Park are good places for you to enjoy the pleasure given by nature. Especially in winter the whole Changchun city will give you a real enjoyment of genuine winter. Besides, there are colonial vestiges, such as Puppet Emperor's Palace, Badabu. Still Changchun Film Studio and Changchun Movie City provide you another different kind of enjoyment comparing with simply watching movies in cinemas. See all the Scenic Spots in Changchun.
As the fast development of tourist industry, those related tourist facilities in Changchun are also in a quick growth. Nowadays there are more than 30 star-rated hotels in Changchun, among which three hotels are five-star rated. See Changchun Hotels list.
51 trains begin or pass by Changchun Railway Station everyday; more than thirty domestic airlines and four international lines of Changchun Longjia International Airport provide you much convenience of transportation. Four main speedways have connected Changchun with many parts of China. At present there are four special tourist trains having been in use, Changchun to Xianghai (for watching lovely birds), Changchun to Changbai Mountain (for enjoying Heavenly Lake), Changchun to Jilin (for tasting real ice and snow) and Changchun to Hunchun (for feel exotic flavor of Russia).
Nightlife of Changchun is not as colorful and romantic as that of other big cities in China, such as Shanghai, Beijing, however, it has its own distinctive flavor which can be only known after you taste it in person. Various kinds of pubs, coffee bars, teahouses and other amusement centers will make you feel at ease.