National Tea Day
April 21, Monday
Tea is one of the most popular drinks in the world, along with coffee, and has a long history. It was discovered in China around 2737 BC, according to legend, when tea tree leaves accidentally fell into boiling water. Since then, tea has become an integral part of many cultures and traditions.
April 21 was chosen for the holiday because it was the day in 1773 that the Tea Act was passed in Great Britain, which was one of the reasons for the start of the Boston Tea Party in 1773. This act of protest played an important role in the history of the American Revolution. Americans protested against taxes on tea, which led to the famous events. Thus, April 21st became a symbol of tea history and cultural traditions.