ALILA MOMENT
The Fragrant Path – Incense, Memory, and Meaning
Step into the poetic world of Chinese incense and its role in healing, meditation, and artistry. Create your own blend and reflect on scent as a tool for presence, memory, and personal balance.
Price
CNY468/Per person
Duration
90 minutes
Recommended Dress
Casual Attire
Additional Details
For booking and more information, please contact the hotel Guest Service Center 48 hours in advance.
Experience
Enter the centuries-old world of Chinese incense culture through this multisensory experience that blends heritage with mindfulness. Begin with a talk on incense’s role in traditional Chinese wellness and spirituality before touring a museum of rare tools and artifacts. Under the guidance of a master, you’ll create your own incense blend using time-honored ingredients, then examine delicate incense implements that reflect dynastic craftsmanship. The session closes with quiet reflection and your handmade incense packed for travel—a fragrant reminder of your moment of calm within the rhythm of the city.
Itinerary
A History of Scent
Begin with an introduction to the significance of incense in Chinese medicine, art, and spiritual practice.
Walk the Fragrant Past
Explore the Incense Museum and view centuries-old tools, recipes, and written records.
Craft Your Own Blend
Mix traditional herbs, woods, and resins under the guidance of an incense master.
Tools of the Trade
Examine intricate incense tools and learn how they embody balance, intention, and artistry.
A Quiet Departure
Close the session with reflection and pack your handmade incense to bring a piece of presence home.
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