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2026.07.25 16:45 GMT+8

Congrats! The birthplace of "china" is now a World Heritage Site

Updated 2026.07.25 16:45 GMT+8
CGTN

A thousand years of clay, fire and craftsmanship. 

Behind every Jingdezhen porcelain masterpiece lies a journey of 72 traditional processes – from shaping raw kaolin clay to the final firing. Now recognized as UNESCO World Heritage, this living craft tells the story of how "China" became "china" and how a piece of porcelain connected civilizations across the globe. 

Curious how clay becomes a masterpiece? Explore the simplified journey behind Jingdezhen porcelain making.

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