Jingdezhen: An Underrated Gem! Your Ultimate Guide
by BCZ. Sam
Mar 12, 2025
👍🏻 Why Visit: Ceramic enthusiasts absolutely can't miss Jingdezhen! Once you arrive in Jingdezhen, seeing ceramics throughout the city will awaken your Chinese heritage! Here you'll likely find the most complete variety of ceramics in China. Beyond conventional items like ceramic plates and cups, you'll discover ceramic flowers, ceramic pets, and ceramic bracelets - all uniquely creative. Moreover, Jingdezhen is surrounded by green mountains on three sides and water on one side, with half the city dedicated to kilns, making it perfect for both photo opportunities and immersing yourself in ceramic culture.
🗺 Attractions:
1. Jingdezhen China Ceramics Museum: Houses an extensive collection of ceramic masterpieces from ancient to modern times.
2. Jingdezhen Ceramic Palace: Features three buildings adorned with ceramic tiles and vases in various styles, perfect for photography. Better photos on sunny days with good lighting.
3. Sanbao Village: A long village with many photo spots. Go early to avoid queuing for photo spots. Renting an electric bike makes exploration more comfortable.
4. Taoyang Li: The Imperial Kiln Museum is free but requires advance reservation. The Taoyang Li scenic area requires an entrance ticket but offers great photo opportunities.
5. Sculpture Ceramics Factory: Strong artistic atmosphere, bustling market, lots of original ceramics, and cute graffiti shops - great for photos.
6. Taoyang New Village Night Market: Great place for affordable ceramic souvenirs, surrounded by street food stalls with a lively atmosphere.
7. Taoxichuan: A cultural and creative district with beautiful night views. Markets from Friday to Sunday, with live band performances creating a vibrant atmosphere.
🚗 Transportation: At Jingdezhen North Station, exit from the South Square for easier taxi access. Follow signs to the ride-hailing area where many drivers wait. DiDi service is also quick. The city is small, making taxis affordable and convenient. Electric bikes are available for rent, offering a unique way to explore the city.
🗺 Suggested Routes: Jingdezhen offers plenty to do - one day is fulfilling, two days allow for deeper exploration, and three days provide a thorough experience. Must-visit spots include the Ceramics Museum and Imperial Kiln Museum, along with ceramic factories and markets. Nearby Yaoli Ancient Town is worth visiting. Recommended accommodation near Taoxichuan for convenience, such as Benjue Runi Hotel, which features Southeast Asian style and artistic atmosphere, just hundreds of meters from Taoxichuan, convenient for after-market visits, with good breakfast.
🍱 Food Recommendations: Popular restaurants usually require queuing, so arrive early. "Hui Jia Chi Fan" and "Sanbao Bieyuan" are recommended, but Ouji Restaurant is not recommended.
💰 Costs: Ceramic Palace entrance fee: CNY 25/person. Electric bike rental in Sanbao Village: CNY 30/day. Taoyang Li scenic area requires entrance fee. Clay and glass-blowing experiences vary in price, from dozens of yuan for unlimited time to more expensive options.
📌 Additional Tips:
1. Many places offer clay and glass-blowing experiences with varying prices. Compare before purchasing.
2. Attractions are less crowded during off-peak season, providing a better experience.
Post by Lucas456 Bell | Mar 28, 2025




















