Charming Embrace of Nanfeng Kiln: Never Forget To Come Back Again

#chinaattractions Nanfeng Kiln is located on Gaomiao Road, Shiwan Town, Chancheng District, Foshan City, Guangdong Province. It is a famous ceramic cultural site in Foshan. It was built in the Ming Zhengde Period (1506-1521) and has a history of nearly 500 years. Nanfeng Kiln is not only a dragon kiln, but also a ceramic living fossil. The kiln fire has not been broken, and ceramics are still being fired, and it has been included in the Guinness Book of World Records. Historical background Nanfeng Kiln was introduced to Shiwan by the Huo family of Huozhou Kiln in Shanxi, and the first Taoist temple in Shiwan was established here. After ten generations of inheritance, Huo Yishan established Nanfeng Kiln. Nanfeng Kiln is not only the oldest, best-preserved and oldest dragon kiln in our country and the world. It is called a "living cultural relic and an immovable national treasure”. Architectural features The Nanfeng Kiln has a total length of 34.4 meters and an inner length of 30.87 meters. There are 29 rows of fire holes on the kiln surface. It is built according to the mountain and the kiln mouth is facing the south, hence the name “Nanfeng stove”. The kiln fire of Nanfeng Kiln has been burning for nearly 500 years, and ceramics are still being produced today, demonstrating its unique durability and historical value. Cultural value Nanfeng Kiln is not only a witness to ceramic production, but also brings together a wealth of cultural activities.In the scenic area, there are traditional crafts such as Shangong micro-carving, ancient cart drawing, big tank shooting, and straw shoes, as well as folk arts such as lion dance, martial arts, Cantonese opera, and paper-cutting. These activities have attracted tourists from all over the world to experience and learn traditional Chinese culture. Travel information The Nanfeng Kiln Scenic Area includes Nanfeng Kiln, Pottery and Plastic Park, Lvzhou Peacock Garden and other parts. The ticket price is 25 yuan.There are many other attractions in the scenic area, such as the ancient town of Tao Yuan Shiyan, Vulcan, Shen Rong, Guliao Field, pottery art Center, etc., suitable for tourists to visit and experience.