Jingdezhen

Jingdezhen in northeastern Jiangxi is world-renowned as the 'Porcelain Capital,' having produced fine ceramics for over a thousand years. Its kilns supplied the imperial court from the Song through Qing dynasties and exported the blue-and-white porcelain that defined 'china' in global trade. The city preserves ancient wood-fired dragon kilns and hosts vibrant modern studios that draw artists from around the world to districts like Taoxichuan. The striking Imperial Kiln Museum celebrates this heritage in contemporary architecture. Ceramics remain the heart of the local economy and identity.