City
Jingdezhen
Porcelain Heritage City
Porcelain heritageCeramic productionPottery cultureTraditional craftsArtisan workshops
Best Time to Visit:April-May and September-October for comfortable weather without excessive rain or heat.
Asia/Shanghai
CNY
Mandarin, Gan dialect
About Jingdezhen
Jingdezhen is one of the world's oldest pottery centers with uninterrupted ceramic production for over 1,000 years. The city is the birthplace of blue and white porcelain. Pottery studios, museums, and heritage sites showcase this incredible tradition. Artisans still work in traditional kilns. The city offers unique opportunities to observe and participate in ceramic creation.
Highlights
1
Ceramic studios and workshops
2
Porcelain museums
3
Traditional kilns
4
Artisan demonstrations
5
Pottery shopping
Climate & Best Time to Visit
Subtropical climate with distinct seasons. Mild winters (4-14°C), hot humid summers (26-36°C), high rainfall.
Getting There
Jingdezhen has an airport with regional connections. High-speed rail to major cities. Local buses and car rentals adequate.
Practical Tips
Comfortable shoes for workshop and museum exploration
Light layers for humidity variations
Book pottery workshops in advance
Respect artisan studios and photography rules
Bring back pottery within luggage limits
Quick Facts
Best Time to Visit
April-May and September-October for comfortable weather without excessive rain or heat.
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Currency
CNY
Language
Mandarin, Gan dialect