Morning– Ancient Kiln & Folk Museum
What to Expect: A living museum of traditional ceramic culture, also known as the Ancient Kilns & Folk Customs Expo Area.
* Explore reconstructed kilns from the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties.
* Witness demonstrations of wood-fired kiln techniques.
* Visit the Kiln God Temple and Tang Ying Memorial Hall.
* Try your hand at pottery wheel workshops (optional small fee).
* Explore the Folk Customs Area, with 12 historic houses from the Ming and Qing dynasties rebuilt to preserve their architecture.
* Relax by the gardens and enjoy performances of ceramic musical instruments — unique creations made of clay since the 1980s.
This site gives you a tangible feel of Jingdezhen’s living heritage, where ancient relics and modern creativity meet.
Midday – Bingding Wood-Fired Kiln (Optional)
What to Expect: A hidden cultural landmark in Qiancheng Village, about an hour from downtown Jingdezhen.
* Designed by architect Zhang Lei and showcased at the 2018 Venice Architecture Biennale.
* A modern yet traditional kiln site where architecture, light, and nature create a perfect backdrop for photography.
* Learn the meaning of “Bingding” — symbolizing the harmony of blazing and gentle fire.
* Experience a ceramics workshop with residency options: wheel throwing, painting, glazing, and wood-firing.
For travelers, Bingding Kiln is a peaceful countryside retreat; for artists, it offers an immersive residency experience.
Afternoon – Sanbao International Ceramic Village
What to Expect: A global community of artists nestled in a valley southeast of Jingdezhen.
* Walk along Sanbao Road, lined with studios, galleries, and homestays.
* Meet local and international ceramic artists who live and work here.
* Visit Hu tian Kiln ruins and Hu tian Academy, which houses ancient ceramic shard specimens.
* Explore the Sanbao Peng Art Tribe — a hub of exhibitions, workshops, and cultural exchanges.
* Experience the traditional water mills once used to crush porcelain stone into clay.
Sanbao is not only a scenic retreat, but also a place where the past and present of ceramics blend seamlessly.
Included Services
1. Pickup & Local Transportation – Airport/train station pickup, and transfers to all scheduled activities within Jingdezhen.
2. Accommodation – Furnished homestay apartments (kitchen, private bathroom, laundry, free Wi-Fi, breakfast). Options available for 3-star or 4-star hotels.
3. Guided Experiences – English-speaking tour guide service, plus entry tickets and booking arrangements for all scheduled visits.
4. Cultural Visits – Access to ceramic museums, villages, workshops, and historic kilns as per your itinerary.
Excluded Services & Extra Costs
1. Optional Pottery Classes – Wheel throwing, hand-building, painting, glazing, and firing techniques.
2. Ceramic Souvenirs & Shipping – Local shopping is encouraged; we help arrange international shipping for larger items at discounted rates, but costs are your responsibility.
3. Upgraded Hotels – 4-star hotel stays available at extra charge.
4. Meals – Lunch and dinner are self-paid unless pre-arranged.
5. International Travel & Insurance – Flights to/from China and personal travel insurance are your responsibility.
General FAQs
Contact us
Mr Sheng/Li
ChineseSources.Org
B18, Digital Trade Industrial Park, 5th Floor,
TBC Ceramic Expo City, Changnan New District, Jingdezhen, China
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China Tel.| Wechat 0089-18918151538
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