Tea Culture
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Culture Spotlight: Butterfly (蝴蝶) Motifs
Did you know butterflies are a symbol of romance and good luck in Chinese culture? Discover the ancient legends and their hidden presence at Lan Su.
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Culture Spotlight: Magnolia (木蘭花) and Mulan
Happy Spring Equinox (Chunfen 春分)! As I’m writing this, I just got back from a curator’s tour at Lan Su, and I can’t stop thinking about all the magnolias (木蘭花, Mùlán huā) in bloom! Their white, pink, and yellow flowers bring a vibrant burst of spring to the garden. Did you know China is home…
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Culture Spotlight: Cup of Green
As I sit here writing, the weather’s been playing tricks—blue skies one minute, pouring rain the next, with a dash of hail thrown in! You know what would make it better? A nice cup of tea. There’s something magical about freshly brewed tea that just makes everything feel right. Speaking of tea, let me share…