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International Tea Day Cultural Experience Event at the Confucius Institute of the University of the Western Cape
- Confucius Institute
- May 26
- 2 min read
To promote Chinese tea culture and deepen students' understanding of traditional Chinese heritage, the Confucius Institute at the University of the Western Cape hosted an International Tea Day cultural experience event on the 21st under the theme "One World, One Tea, Sharing Intangible Cultural Heritage." The event drew around 30 students and created a relaxed yet engaging atmosphere.
At the start of the event, teacher Ms. Wilma Hugo shared insights into tea knowledge and culture, covering the history of Chinese tea, the different types of tea, tea-drinking etiquette, and the life wisdom embedded in tea culture. Through her vivid presentation, students gained a more intuitive understanding of the development and cultural significance of Chinese tea.
During the subsequent tea tasting session, guided by Ms. Wilma Hugo, students sampled various types of Chinese tea, paying close attention to the colour, aroma, and changing flavours of each brew. Through this experience, they not only engaged with traditional Chinese tea-drinking customs but also came to appreciate the cultural essence of tea as a practice of "calming the mind, cultivating oneself, and bonding with friends over tea."
The event concluded with a "recognise tea by scent" activity. By observing the shape of tea leaves and smelling their fragrances, students explored the unique charm of Chinese tea from visual, olfactory, and taste perspectives. Many students said it was their first time experiencing Chinese tea culture up close, and they found the event both innovative and highly immersive — leaving a lasting impression.
A single cup of tea can bridge oceans. This International Tea Day cultural event not only allowed students to experience the profound heritage of traditional Chinese culture through tasting and smelling tea, but also strengthened cultural exchange and emotional connection between young people from China and South Africa. Looking ahead, the Confucius Institute at the University of the Western Cape will continue to use diverse cultural activities as a platform to foster people-to-people exchange and promote mutual learning between Chinese and African civilisations.
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