Jingdezhen Porcelain Sites Inscribed World Heritage

UNESCO has inscribed China's Jingdezhen Handicraft Porcelain Industry Sites on the World Heritage List during the 48th session of the World Heritage Committee in Busan, reaffirming Jingdezhen as a cradle of porcelain that helped connect civilizations. The designation adds to China’s total World Heritage sites, bringing the count to 61. The site covers a 1,979-hectare area across five zones, highlighting a complete pre-industrial production landscape from mining and materials to firing and distribution. Notable features include a 10-kilometer stone vein, a riverside fuel transport network, and kiln districts that operated for nine centuries, all underpinning Jingdezhen’s integrated production system. The inscription emphasizes the evolution of porcelain technology and artistry as a global conduit for cultural exchange, preserving the full production chain beyond finished wares. Chinese delegates celebrated the landmark recognition at the Busan ceremony, underscoring Jingdezhen’s enduring legacy in world craftsmanship.


