every may marks the spring tea season in fujian, when the air becomes intoxicated with the alluring aroma of tea leaves. a millennium ago, tea masters practiced the "hanshan" ritual -chanting prayers to mountain spirits for blessings. today, amidst misty peaks and crystalline streams, visitors immerse themselves in hands-on tea processing experiences, discovering the unesco-recognized intangible heritage of fujian's tea craftsmanship. from thegreattea routethat bridged civilizations to its global aromatic journey today, each emerald-hued bud embodies centuries-old narratives and the growers' enduring aspirations.