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In 2737 BC, Chinese Emperor Shen Nung discovered tea when dried leaves blew into his cup of hot water. He found the beverage had a pleasant aroma and refreshing taste, and soon everyone in his realm was drinking tea. Tea spread to Japan, introduced by a Buddhist priest, and the Japanese developed an intricate Tea Ceremony that elevated tea to an art form. Tea then traveled throughout Asia and was brought to Europe by the East India Tea Company, though its high price initially kept it a beverage for the rich

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TANYA CHAUHAN

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