Fangcun Tea Market

Fangcun Tea Market is not just a market but a living museum of Chinese tea culture. Located in the Liwan District of Guangzhou, this sprawling complex covers over 100,000 square meters and houses thousands of tea shops, wholesalers, and tea-related businesses. Established in the 1990s, it has grown to become the epicenter of Chinas tea trade, handling over 70% of the nations tea transactions. The market is a sensory journey through the world of tea, with aromas of pu-erh, oolong, green tea, black tea, and white tea filling the air. Beyond commerce, it serves as a cultural exchange center where tea masters, connoisseurs, and enthusiasts gather to share knowledge, practice traditional tea ceremonies, and preserve centuries-old tea traditions. The market represents Guangzhous historical role as a major trading port along the Maritime Silk Road, continuing the citys legacy as a bridge between Chinese culture and the world.