Chenlu Ancient Town · The Millennia-Old Kiln Fire Never Extinguishes | Check in at "Lushan Never Sleeps," Trace the Oriental Ceramic Living Fossil

✨ Must-Visit Highlights 1. The Kiln Fire That Has Burned for a Thousand Years 🔥 Chenlu Ancient Town is the only remaining site of Yaozhou Kiln still producing ceramics since the Song and Yuan dynasties. Its kiln fire has been burning continuously for over 1,400 years, creating the unique scenery known as "Lushan Never Sleeps," one of the eight ancient scenic spots of Tongguan. The ceramic production history here dates back to the Tang dynasty and reached its peak during the Northern Song period. 2. Unique Ancient Town Scenery 🏞️ The ancient town is built along the mountain, with houses stacked like a "Ceramic Potala Palace." Most fascinating are the "Jar Walls" made from discarded kiln saggars and broken jars, and the small paths paved with ceramic shards. These distinctive landscapes fill the entire town with a strong artistic atmosphere, perfect for photography and check-ins. 3. Hands-On Pottery Experience 🎨 At places like the Wang Family Porcelain Workshop in the town, you have the chance to experience traditional Chenlu hand-throwing pottery techniques under the guidance of skilled artisans, feeling the magic of clay transforming at your fingertips. 4. Hunt for Ceramic Souvenirs 🛍️ Many local families sell homemade ceramic products. You can find rustic and adorable "Big Old Bowls" (a local traditional blue-and-white porcelain), delicate teacups, small bowls, and more at affordable prices—perfect as travel souvenirs. 🗺️ Recommended Itinerary Time | Activity | Experience Highlights Morning | Arrive at the ancient town → Visit Wang Family Porcelain Workshop for pottery experience → Stroll along the ceramic shard path and admire the jar walls | Enjoy pottery fun and capture the town’s unique scenery Noon | Taste local specialties at a farmhouse restaurant inside the Qing dynasty gatehouse or other local eateries | Sample specialties like Longbai wild vegetable sprouts and sour soup noodles Afternoon | Visit Chenlu Ceramic Factory → Tea break at Li Family Porcelain Workshop → Climb to the viewing platform for a panoramic view of the town | Learn about the restoration history of Yaozhou celadon, relax, and capture the full view of the ancient town 💰 Tickets and Transportation Ticket Information 🎫: Chenlu Ancient Town is currently open to the public free of charge. Transportation Guide 🚗: · Self-driving: About 1.5-2 hours from Xi’an by car. Set navigation to "Chenlu Ancient Town." The Baomao Expressway is in good condition. Free parking is available in the town. · Public Transport: Take a long-distance bus from Xi’an North Bus Station to Tongchuan. Upon arrival in Tongchuan, transfer at Yishang Intersection to a white village shuttle bus heading to Chenlu Town (fare about 6 RMB). Note that public transport runs infrequently; self-driving is strongly recommended for convenience. 💡 Travel Tips · Gear Advice: The town mainly has bluestone slab roads and slopes, so wear comfortable, non-slip shoes. Be extra cautious on rainy days as the roads can be slippery. · Food Experience: Don’t miss local specialties like salty soup noodles, wowo noodles, Beiguan dumplings, and wild vegetables such as Longbai sprouts. · Accommodation Options: Limited lodging in town, mainly farmhouse inns and guesthouses at affordable prices. For higher standards, consider staying in Tongchuan or Xi’an city. · Best Season: Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather and are the best times to visit. Summer is cool for escaping the heat, and winter’s snowy scenery has its own charm. ✨ Stroll the ceramic shard paths, feel the warmth of the millennia-old kiln fire—Chenlu Ancient Town awaits you to write your romantic story with ceramics! 📸