Impression of the Porcelain Capital | Taoyangli Imperial Kiln Scenic Area c

Treasures of the Millennium Porcelain Capital In the art-filled city of Jingdezhen, there is a hidden gem known as the Taoyangli Imperial Kiln Scenic Area. This is not only a historical relic full of cultural heritage, but also a treasure of Jingdezhen's ceramic culture. The Taoyangli Imperial Kiln Scenic Area is a national 4A-level tourist attraction, covering a vast area with a core area of over 1.6 square kilometers. The Taoyangli Imperial Kiln Scenic Area is a well-preserved ancient kiln site, which was once the production base of ancient royal porcelain. The scenic area contains a wealth of historical and cultural relics, including the Imperial Kiln Site, the Imperial Kiln Museum, the Ancient Street, and the Dragon Pearl Pavilion, all of which contribute to the profound cultural heritage. *Location: The Taoyangli Imperial Kiln Scenic Area is located in the heart of the old town of Jingdezhen, on Zhushan Zhonglu in Zhushan District, Jingdezhen City. *History and Culture: Jingdezhen is famous for its porcelain and has flourished due to its porcelain industry. It has a history of nearly 2,000 years of pottery production, more than 1,000 years of official kiln history, and more than 600 years of imperial kiln history. Since the Song Dynasty, it has been famous for its high-quality porcelain materials and top-notch artisans, and its porcelain has been exclusively used by the royal family, making it extremely precious. *Imperial Kiln Site: The Imperial Kiln Site is located in the Zhushan area of Jingdezhen, and is a historical witness to the imperial kilns of Jingdezhen. The perimeter of the Imperial Kiln Site is about 1.145 km, and the total area is about 54,300 square meters. A large number of Ming Dynasty imperial porcelain fragments have been unearthed, making the Imperial Kiln Site one of the top ten archaeological discoveries in China. *Dragon Pearl Pavilion: Located on Zhushan Mountain, north of the Imperial Kiln Site, it was originally built in the Tang Dynasty and is the highest point of the Imperial Kiln. It offers a panoramic view of the entire scenic area. *Imperial Kiln Museum: The museum's architecture is unique, and its design draws inspiration from the egg-shaped chai kiln structure unique to Jingdezhen. It is composed of eight semi-circular arch-shaped kiln structures of different sizes, and its exterior is extremely design-oriented. The museum houses a collection of 1,470 pieces (sets) of Ming and Qing Dynasty official kiln rejected tribute porcelain, including 421 pieces (sets) of precious cultural relics, showcasing the glory and inheritance of the millennium porcelain capital. The museum has also been rated as the second most beautiful museum in the world and has won the "Oscar" of the architecture industry. *Alleys of Kiln Bricks: These narrow alleys preserve the historical appearance of the millennium kiln bricks. Strolling through them, you can feel the unique charm of the ancient town. *Imperial Kiln Site Park: Passing through the ancient kiln area, you will find a peaceful garden with lush trees, fragrant flowers, and birdsong, just like a paradise described by Tao Yuanming. Here you can admire various ceramic art works, including delicate porcelain vases, rough porcelain sculptures, and lifelike pottery figurines. These art works are the crystallization of the wisdom of ancient artisans and the inheritance of Jingdezhen's ceramic culture. *Exploration Experience: Walking along the stone-paved alleys and lanes within the scenic area, you can see rows of ancient kilns, which witness the development of Jingdezhen's ceramics. These kilns have stood the test of time and remain steadfast, as if telling the glorious years of the ancient porcelain capital. The air is filled with the faint smell of mud and fire, making you feel the hard work of ancient artisans.