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Shanghai
Chinese Calligraphy: Write Your Name & Tea
120
Overview
Write Your Name in Chinese Calligraphy and Enjoy a Tea Ceremony offers a personal dive into Chinese art and culture. This isn't just watching; it's about doing and making it your own.
Travelers will learn to write their names in Chinese characters using a brush and ink, guided by a calligraphy teacher in a peaceful teahouse. A thoughtfully chosen Chinese name, based on the sound or meaning of the real name, will be given, adding a unique touch. After calligraphy, guests can relax with a traditional Chinese tea ceremony, tasting teas like green tea, oolong, and pu-erh, while learning about brewing and cultural significance.
This calm and thoughtful experience connects with Chinese art, language, and hospitality. The experience includes all calligraphy tools and a tea ceremony. 
Highlights
Create Your Chinese Name: Get a special Chinese name just for you, based on what your real name sounds like or means.
Learn Calligraphy: Write your new Chinese name using a brush and ink, like real Chinese artists.
Enjoy a Tea Ceremony: Taste different kinds of Chinese tea and learn how to make it the right way.
Take Home a Souvenir: Keep your calligraphy as a special memory of your time in China.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers love learning calligraphy and writing their names.
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Many enjoyed the personal touch of choosing a Chinese name.
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Visitors found the tea ceremony to be a relaxing part of the experience.
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People appreciated the calm and friendly environment.
Some found the calligraphy part difficult.
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A few wished for more time for tea tasting.
The Journey
Local Teahouse
A serene and elegantly decorated space where you'll begin your cultural immersion. This teahouse provides the perfect ambiance for learning calligraphy and enjoying a traditional tea ceremony.
Calligraphy Workshop
An interactive session where you'll learn the art of Chinese calligraphy. Under the guidance of a skilled teacher, you'll discover how to write Chinese characters using traditional brush and ink, and even create your own Chinese name.
Chinese Tea Ceremony
A relaxing and enlightening experience where you'll taste a variety of traditional Chinese teas. Learn about the unique brewing techniques and the cultural significance behind each tea, enhancing your appreciation for Chinese hospitality.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes all the tools you need for calligraphy, as well as a traditional Chinese tea ceremony with different teas to try. It does not include any other food or drinks. The meeting point details will be provided after booking.
Hot Tip
Some customers suggest practicing writing Chinese characters beforehand to get the most out of the calligraphy lesson. Also, be sure to ask your teacher about the meaning of your Chinese name and the different types of tea you're tasting!
Review Summary
People find this experience highly engaging and meaningful, often highlighting the personalized approach to learning calligraphy and the calming, authentic tea ceremony that complements it. Positive reviews emphasize the patient and knowledgeable instructors as well as the beautiful setting and memorable souvenirs. Some minor negatives include accessibility limitations and the complexity of calligraphy for beginners, but overall, travelers rate this workshop as a must-try cultural activity in Shanghai.
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