The emblematic 1930 Room of the Hotel Nacional hosted the presentation on Tuesday night, which was attended by officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Investment, hoteliers, tourism executives and representatives of the diplomatic corps, among others.
Under the name “Ceylon Tea Time”, the event served to learn about the history of this renowned infusion, its diversity of flavors, types and, especially, to taste it.
Sri Lanka is divided into seven regions or districts,” the Ambassador explained, “and each is known for producing tea of a particular character. Each region has a unique combination of climate and soil that leaves its mark on the tea it produces.”
With enthusiasm, the Head of Mission assured those present that the processing of this product is done in situ to avoid transportation, so that the leaves retain their properties, and everything is made according to traditional methods.
Before concluding his presentation, Ulugetenne urged hoteliers, tourism and trade officials to purchase Ceylon tea for their establishments and thus delight visitors who travel to enjoy Cuba.
Ambassador Ulugetenne explained that tea is the most consumed beverage in the world today after water.
The promoters of its consumption affirm that drinking three cups a day reduces the risk of myocardial infarction, and because it contains antioxidants it reduces the formation of free radicals that cause cancer.
It also contains vitamins such as B6, C, thiamine, folic acid and carotene. It also contains fluoride, which contributes to oral health, as well as flavonoids that promote bone mineral density and bone strength.
Sri Lanka is currently the third largest exporter of tea and the fourth largest producer in the world. Statistics from last April indicate that the value of its export volume amounted to 1.23 billion dollars at the end of 2022, after China (2.08 billion) and Kenya (1.38 billion).
This industry, which produces dozens of tea brands, generates employment for more than one million people in Sri Lanka, an island country in the Indian Ocean close to India.
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