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Traces of China II returns this October on CGTN Europe! Discover how Chinese art, tradition, and innovation shaped European culture across centuries - from the secrets of silk, to the power of tea, and finally the artistry of porcelain. Follow the journeys that connected Venice to Versailles, and East to West, leaving a legacy still hidden in plain sight today. Watch the full series on CGTN starting October 6th. #TracesOfChina #ChineseCulture #Silk #Tea #Porcelain #CulturalExchange
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00:00In the 18th century, a small number of products escaped from China and lit a touch paper in the West of excitement.
00:08Welcome to the UK's oldest tea plantation.
00:10Wow, this is stunning.
00:13When you talk about silk, with a value of three or four garments, you could buy a palace.
00:18Art is traveling as a silent ambassador to spread the word about culture and civilization.
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