Step into a living time capsule in south China’s Maoming City—home to a 2,000-year-old litchi orchard where history literally bears fruit! 🍒 Known as the ‘hometown of litchis,’ Maoming produces 20% of the world’s juicy lychees, but this ancient grove holds secrets older than the Tang Dynasty.
Imagine trees that watched dynasties rise and fall, still thriving today. One superstar tree here generated over 1 million yuan ($138k) this year alone! 💰 How? Its rare, high-quality fruit is a hit in luxury markets and cultural festivals. Talk about aging like fine wine! 🍷
Join CGTN’s Hou Jing as she explores how farmers blend tradition with tech to preserve these arboreal elders. From royal tributes in ancient times to viral TikTok tours today, Maoming’s litchis are a sweet bridge between past and present. 🎥🌍
For travelers, foodies, and history buffs: This orchard isn’t just a farm—it’s a testament to resilience. Who knew fruit could be this iconic? 🤯
