Though many people regard Chinese tea in high esteem, the reality is that the production of tea leaves there has become affected recentlly by pollution from the growing number of factories. The quality of soil has also been diminishing, affecting the taste and flavor of the leaves. The quality of the leaves produced in factories also cannot compare with the quality of leaves grown in the fresh, pure air of the Korean countryside and in the organic ground. There is loving care given to the production of this leafy treasure. While there are great amounts of Chinese tea in mass production, the production of Korean tea is more limited and therefore, it is a rarer commodity. Other countries could learn much from the reverence and seriousness given to the production which is appreciated as it dramatically show its beauty and value. This masterpiece is also appreciated for viewers to remind of a peaceful homeland. It is a very rare and extremely valuable masterpiece in the late Chosun period.
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