Teenagers explore a museum showcasing TCM pharmaceutical tools and over 10,000 types of medicinal herbs. [Photo/hangzhou.com.cn]

A group of teenagers from Canada, curious about Hangzhou's historical culture, visited Qinghefang Historical Street on March 5.

At the birthplace of traditional Chinese medicine, they immersed themselves in the charm of TCM culture through activities like tasting herbal medicine, receiving cupping therapy, and enjoying medicinal diets.

Teenagers excitedly point to a large pot of medicinal paste. [Photo/hangzhou.com.cn]

The teenagers learn about TCM, identify medicinal herbs, and undergo immersive experiences such as moxibustion, cupping therapy and massage. [Photo/hangzhou.com.cn]

The teenagers experience cupping therapy, a technique that gained popularity during the Hangzhou Asian Games. [Photo/hangzhou.com.cn]

Teenagers observe the changes in the skin under the cups. [Photo/hangzhou.com.cn]

Alas Castro gives a thumbs-up during the experience. [Photo/hangzhou.com.cn]