Things to do in Jingdezhen

The hotel is nice and very close to Taoyangli Scenic Area. The front desk staff are very welcoming. There are also many places to eat nearby. There are buses to the high-speed rail station right outside the hotel. Very convenient.

Thank you, Ms. Yu, for your professional, meticulous, and engaging lecture. In just two hours, we learned about the history of porcelain development from the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, as well as the Republic of China and the founding of the People's Republic of China, and appreciated exquisite porcelain pieces from each dynasty. Furthermore, Ms. Yu used her extensive professional knowledge to introduce various methods for identifying the age, type, use, style, and quality of porcelain, opening a new world for us. She even thoughtfully reminded us of the precautions for taking photos with the Silent Buddha. Her lecture was truly sincere and packed with valuable information. This trip was incredibly rewarding and I'm full of energy! 🥰

It's pretty good. Compared to Taoyangli and Taoxichuan, it's not too crowded. The main attractions are several ancient kiln sites, and a few people demonstrating the porcelain-making process in the workshops, allowing for close-up observation and interaction. There's also a porcelain music performance.

A cool place to be creative. Found at Building C6 is the star man group who run the activities booked. Our teacher spoke English and was super helpful and calm.

Mr. Wang's explanation was very clear and accurate, which gave me a deeper understanding of the imperial kiln ceramic culture of Jingdezhen. He was also very responsible, meticulous and thoughtful in his work. I will definitely visit Jingdezhen again to learn more about ceramic culture and listen to Mr. Wang's explanation again!

Hike through Wanghu Ecological Park to witness the breathtaking Nanshan Waterfall and experience its awe-inspiring cascade. Water mist blankets your clothes, the valley roars, and the mountains exude a natural grandeur. The murmuring streams and clear springs among the rocks offer a glimpse into the slow pace of life in the mountains.

Yaoli Ancient Town is indeed beautiful, with its white walls and black tiles, and streams winding through the village. Walking on the bluestone paths evokes the charm of a traditional Jiangnan water town, making it a worthwhile destination. However, the dining experience this time was truly disappointing. The price of the farm-style dishes is understandable, given it's a tourist area, but the key issue is that the taste was simply not worth the price: the dishes lacked the characteristic wok hei (wok aroma), the seasoning was either bland or overly heavy, and the ingredients didn't taste fresh—it felt like mass-produced "tourist farm-style food." I had hoped to enjoy a proper local meal, but the scenery kept me entertained the entire time. My advice is to check reviews before visiting Yaoli, and don't be lured in by enthusiastic doormen, or you might end up with a disappointing experience.

☘️The hotel receptionist suggested visiting the sculpture porcelain factory if I wanted to buy souvenirs. So after breakfast, I took a bus there. ☘️I hoped to explore before it got too crowded, but I arrived too early. Many studios and shops were closed, creating a quiet and deserted atmosphere. However, this gave me a unique strolling experience, so I slowed down and leisurely wandered among the stalls that were already open. ☘️The stalls here weren't as solemn as those in museums; instead, they were full of lively atmosphere and vibrant creativity. What attracted my attention most were the rows of miniature blue and white porcelain pieces. Neatly arranged on shelves, they were crafted into various small bottles and jars, some round like pearls, others slender and elongated. Each piece is exquisitely crafted and adorable, its glaze gleaming warmly in the morning light, pleasing to the eye and making you want to take them all home. ☘️Besides traditional porcelain, the modern creative ornaments here are incredibly diverse and dazzling. The shelves are crammed with all sorts of uniquely shaped trinkets: adorable animal porcelain sculptures, colorful abstract figures, and many figurines and cartoon characters incorporating popular elements. These works are unconventional, full of youthful imagination, making it impossible not to stop and admire them. ☘️Passing through the porcelain section, the roadside jewelry stalls are equally captivating. Colorful glass beads and crystal-clear gems are strung into various bracelets and pendants. Picking up a string and holding it in your palm, the beads are round and smooth, the colors refreshing, possessing both traditional classical charm and modern fashion sense; each little accessory reveals the artisan's ingenuity. ☘️Although the time spent at the sculpture porcelain factory was short and I wasn't able to visit all the shops, the unique tranquility of the early morning, coupled with the exquisite and creative displays before me, made me feel very comfortable and reluctant to leave.