Pottery Kiln Village

Pottery Kiln Village

Pottery Kiln, established during the Ming Dynasty, is said to have been founded by a migrant surnamed Guo from Shanxi who made a living by firing pottery. He built kilns here to produce earthenware basins, and over time, a village formed around this activity. Most villagers inherited this craft, hence the name of the village. Located at the foot of Dushan Mountain to the east of the village, the area has preserved its ancient earthen kiln production techniques for hundreds of years, with over 80 ancient kiln sites still in existence. To the east of the village lies “Dushan,” which as early as the Ming and Qing dynasties was listed as one of the Eight Scenic Spots of Guyuan, known as “Moonlit Night at Dushan.” Towering and majestic, Dushan is veiled in emerald green and shrouded in cool mist, casting its radiant glow over the vast wilderness. The cries of cranes echo through the pines and firs, and when midnight strikes, the solitary peak stands sharply against the sky—an awe-inspiring sight. In the 12th year of the Yongle reign during the Ming Dynasty, Emperor Zhu Di stopped here during his northern inspection tour. The nearby forest park features murmuring springs that wind through three tiers and nine bends, dense woods, and fragrant wildflowers. A visit to Pottery Kiln lets you watch pottery making, climb Dushan, explore ancient relics, wander through forests and springs, admire the bright moon, enjoy farm-style meals, and stay in rural guesthouses—offering a delightful and cozy experience.

Phone: 61151817; 61151002; 81191011

Address: Pottery Kiln Village, Jiuxian Town, Yanqing County

Transportation Information

By Car: Take Exit 62 on Guyuan Road, Yanqing, from the Beijing–Tibet Expressway to get to Yanqing County. Then follow Yanliu Road at the Beijing–Zhangjiakou intersection toward Jiuxian Town to reach the village.

By Bus: Take bus 919 from Deshengmen to Yanqing County, then transfer to a bus heading toward Jiuxian Town and get off at Pottery Kiln Village.

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