Travel through a thousand years of fireworks and encounter Nanfeng Ancient Kiln
by AvaMacLeod92
Jul 20, 2025
Nanfeng Kiln, Foshan, Guangdong
Who says the south has no thousand-year-old ceramic capital? This 4A-rated "Jingdezhen alternative" in Guangdong is absolutely amazing! 🎨 Not only can you see a 500-year-old dragon kiln that has never stopped burning, but you can also try your hand at pottery-making. Sisters, save this nanny-level guide now!
⏰ Opening Hours:
🌞 Daytime: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (last entry at 5:00 PM)
🌙 Nighttime (limited): Every Friday to Sunday, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
PS: The nighttime lighting is breathtaking! Visit on Friday to avoid crowds.
💰 Ticket Prices:
▫️ Full ticket: 25 RMB/person (free guided tour available)
▫️ Free for Foshan locals, students, and children under 1.2m
(Don’t forget your student ID or ID card!)
✨ Top 3 Must-Do Activities:
🏺 TOP 1: Nanfeng Dragon Kiln
A 500-year-old kiln still in use! Watch artisans stoke the fire with wood to make pottery. 🔥 Best time to visit: 3-4 PM for perfect lighting to photograph artifacts. 📸
🎭 TOP 2: Ancient Kiln Impressions
Three daily intangible cultural heritage shows! Featuring face-changing, calligraphy, and pottery-throwing performances (10:00 AM/2:00 PM/4:00 PM). Arrive early for front-row seats!
🍵 TOP 3: Humble Abode Teahouse
A zen-style teahouse hidden in the ancient kiln! With traditional brick walls and Gongfu tea, it’s a photographer’s dream.
🍴 Food Guide:
✔️ Shiwan Fish Tofu
A crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside delicacy! Look for the famous "Ancient Kiln Fish Tofu" shop.
✔️ Double-Skin Milk
Authentic only when made with buffalo milk! Try the century-old "Lingnan Desserts" shop.
🏠 Accommodation Recommendations:
▫️ Lingnan Yipin (inside the scenic area)
Stay in a traditional Lingnan house for just 150+ RMB per person! The courtyard is perfect for Hanfu photos.
▫️ Zhuojian Yard (5-minute walk)
A must for artsy travelers! Rooms come with a pottery-making experience area.
⚠️ Tips:
❗ The dragon kiln area has slippery floors—wear anti-slip shoes!
❗ Weekday afternoons (2:00-3:00 PM) are peak hours for group tours.
❗ Book pottery workshops 2 days in advance (via official account).
📸 Every corner here is photogenic! Wear Hanfu or modern Chinese-style outfits for a time-travel vibe. Perfect for laid-back travelers, families, and couples!
⏳ Recommended Visit Duration: 3-4 hours
🚗 Transportation: 800m walk from Exit D of Shiwang Station on Guangzhou-Foshan Line
🅿️ Parking: Available at the scenic area entrance.
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