Ancient Nanfeng Kiln / 南风古灶

A 500+ year old functioning dragon kiln listed in Guinness World Records. The heart of Foshan ceramic culture and Shiwan pottery tradition. Includes ceramic museum, sculpture garden, pottery workshops, and Doll Street.

Ancient Nanfeng Kiln / 南风古灶

Category

Museum

Why Visit

  • Witness living ceramic heritage; join pottery-making workshops (DIY CNY 60); buy unique Shiwan ceramics; explore Ming Dynasty architecture; see rare kiln firing ceremonies on lunar festivals.

Suggested Duration

2–3 hours

Best Visiting Time

Weekday mornings to avoid crowds; lunar 1st and 15th for kiln firing ceremonies

Suitable For

  • Families, art lovers, souvenir hunters, photographers, children

Tips

  • Take Metro Line 2 to Shiwanzhen Station Exit D; Foshan locals and university students may enter free with ID; compare prices at Doll Street shops; allow half a day for full experience

Admission Type

Paid Ticket

Reservation Required

No

Price Estimates

CNY 20–25 (adults); CNY 12.5 (students/seniors); Free for children under 1.2m; Free for Foshan locals with ID

Opening Hours

08:30–17:00 or 08:30–17:30 (varies by season)

Address (English & Chinese)

No. 6 Gaomiao Road, Shiwan Town, Chancheng District, Foshan / 广东省佛山市禅城区石湾镇高庙路6号

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