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Where 'Bashi' meets tea art: Chengdu's teahouses

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What is the essence of Chengdu? Ask around and you will hear many answers, but "Bashi" always tops the list. Loosely translating as "effortlessly satisfying," it's is not just a feeling – it is a mindset. Slow down, stop rushing, and enjoy life at an easy pace.

What's the best way to experience Chengdu's "Bashi?" Find a teahouse, order a cup of tea, and settle in. Stay a bit longer and you will discover more – from laid-back conversations to the mesmerizing art of long-spout teapot pouring.

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