Recently, the launch of the "Guangzhou Gift" cultural and creative brand, alongside the plaque-unveiling ceremony for the "Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall—Guangzhou Teahouse," was successfully held at the iconic Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall in Guangzhou. This event marked the official opening of the first "Guangzhou Teahouse" in China.

The concept of the "Guangzhou Teahouse" was introduced to the global stage ahead of National Day last year, when a short video titled "'Guangzhou Teahouse' First Global Representatives Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the People's Republic of China" went viral within overseas Chinese communities. The video helped spark the establishment of "Guangzhou Teahouses" in cities with dense populations of overseas Chinese around the world, aiming to create spaces where overseas Chinese could reconnect with their roots through the cultural practice of tea-drinking. By January 2025, 15 overseas cities globally will have set up their own "Guangzhou Teahouse."

The decision to establish the first "Guangzhou Teahouse" at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall holds profound significance, as the memorial is closely tied to Guangzhou's rich history and its enduring connection with the overseas Chinese community.

This year marks the 100th anniversary of Dr. Sun Yat-sen's passing. Dr. Sun, a revered leader of the Chinese revolution, once said, "Without overseas Chinese, there would be no founding of the Republic of China. Overseas Chinese are the mother of the revolution." the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, built by both the people of Guangzhou and the overseas Chinese community, has been a place of pilgrimage for many overseas Chinese returning to their homeland over the years.

Liang Guanjun, Vice President of China Overseas Friendship Association (COFA), Chairman of American Chinese National Chamber of Commerce (ACNCC), and Honorary Chairman of Guangzhou Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese, shared his reflections during the event. "I was born and raised in Guangzhou, and later went abroad to start my career. Every time I return, I always make a point of visiting the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall. The four characters 'Tian Xia Wei Gong' (天下为公, the World is for the Public), written by Dr. Sun, are a constant reminder of my Chinese roots and the Chinese Dream," said Liang while paying tribute to Dr. Sun's statue.

The opening of the "Guangzhou Teahouse" at such a historically significant site is as a powerful symbol for continuing Dr. Sun Yat-sen's enduring legacy. Moving forward, the Guangzhou Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese plans to expand the initiative by collaborating with more prominent cultural landmarks and public venues across Guangzhou, aiming to further promote the "Guangzhou Teahouse" as a brand that connects overseas Chinese with their heritage.

The "Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall—Guangzhou Teahouse" plaque is now displayed at both the "Guangzhou Gift" store and the "Wu Tang You Li" cultural (welcoming guests with warmth and grace) and creative brand store. This initiative represents a new and innovative effort by the Guangzhou Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese to offer both domestic and overseas Chinese a unique tea-drinking experience. The traditional Guangzhou tea ritual of "high-pour, low-sip"—where tea is poured from a height in graceful motions, symbolizing a respectful greeting to guests—embodies the spirit of hospitality. This practice not only evokes a strong sense of hometown nostalgia but also offers an opportunity to experience Guangzhou's cultural heritage of respect and hospitality for both tea and guests.

Source: lingnan On the Cloud

国内首个“广州茶居”落户中山纪念堂

近日，“广州礼物”城市文创品牌发布暨“中山纪念堂·广州茶居”颁牌仪式在广州中山纪念堂成功举办。国内首个“广州茶居”正式落户中山纪念堂。

去年国庆前夕，一条“‘广州茶居’首批全球代表同心共贺中华人民共和国75华诞”短视频在侨界朋友圈火爆“出圈”。以茶为媒，广州市侨联在海外侨胞分布较为集中的国家城市的涉侨机构共建“广州茶居”，为海外侨胞搭建起一个乡情浓郁的开放交流平台。截至2025年1月，全球已有15个海外城市设立“广州茶居”。

国内首个“广州茶居”选址中山纪念堂，与广州厚重的华侨历史文化有着极深的渊源。

今年是孙中山先生逝世一百周年。他曾说：“无华侨则无民国之诞，华侨为革命之母。“广州中山纪念堂是广州人民和海外华侨为纪念孙中山先生而筹资兴建的会堂式建筑，是近百年来不少华侨华人回到祖（籍）国后参访的第一站。

“我在广州出生长大，后来到海外创业打拼。这么多年来，每次回到家乡，我都必到中山纪念堂，孙中山先生所写‘天下为公’四个大字，时刻提醒我——中华情、中国梦。”中华海外联谊会副会长、全美华裔总商会主席、广州市侨联荣誉主席梁冠军在活动期间瞻仰孙中山先生铜像时说道。

国内首个“广州茶居”设在中山纪念堂，对于赓续传承孙中山先生的伟大精神而言具有重要且深远的意义。下一步，广州市侨联计划在广州全市更多的地标性建筑、公共文化场所合作设立“广州茶居”，不断擦亮“广州茶居”这一“侨”字号品牌。

据了解，此次“中山纪念堂·广州茶居”挂牌在“广州礼物”门店与“吾堂有礼”文创品牌店，是广州市侨联创新海内外侨胞茶叙体验的新尝试：广州茶的高冲低斟不仅凝聚浓郁乡情，更能体验“遇见广州，以礼相待”，感受“先生有请，吾堂有礼”。

文｜记者 孙牧
图｜受访方提供
翻译｜麦芯羽
审校｜赵凡