Longquan Celadon Museum: Preserving Ancient Art
by Flossie Schumm
May 11, 2025
Underrated treasure town in Zhejiang - Longquan, Lishui!! Not only does it have a thousand-year-old celadon and sword culture, but also Chinese architectural aesthetics comparable to Big Fish & Begonia🌟 A weekend two-day one-night trip is enough to fully immerse yourself in this low-key southern Zhejiang town~
👣Day 1 must-visit first stop: Longquan Celadon Museum
📍Address: No. 258 Jianchuan Avenue, Longquan City, Lishui
⏰Opening hours: Open Tuesday to Sunday (closed on Mondays), specific times vary by season, it’s recommended to confirm before your trip~
The museum itself is a work of art! The earth-yellow building stands out vividly among the green mountains, every shot looks like a blockbuster📸 Highly recommend taking photos in front of the main hall, it’s like a real-life scene from Big Fish & Begonia! The museum houses precious celadon pieces from the Song Dynasty to modern times, allowing a complete understanding of celadon’s development history. After touring, you can also try DIY celadon making (advance reservation required), personally touching this thousand-year intangible cultural heritage~
✨Useful tips:
1. Wearing Hanfu or plain-colored clothes makes photos more stunning
2. Remember to bring your ID card, registration is required to enter
3. Nearby restaurant recommendation: "Ciyunfang," specializing in Longquan local dishes
4. For souvenirs, check out the celadon items at the museum’s cultural and creative shop
It’s recommended to stay overnight in Longquan city center, and continue exploring other hidden gems of this treasure town the next day~
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