Lotus Cha He presentation vessel in porcelain

Lotus Cha He (tea presentation vessel) in Chinese means "lotus petals", is a special object commonly created for the first acquaintance with tea, with its appearance and with the aroma of loose leaves. 

The shape of the Lotus Cha He is perfect to fit in the palm of the hand. 

To begin, you must warm the Lotus Cha He with the warmth of your hands, then bring it close to your face and give the tea the warmth of your breath and finally inhale a delicious scent of heated but still dry tea leaves. 

Tea was and remains a central element in Asian cultures, particularly in China, where it first originated. 

Discover the wonderful atmosphere of a traditional Chinese tea ceremony and find out what the art of tea drinking really means. 

In this article we talk about the other accessories that are used in the Chinese tea ceremony.