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UNESCO Declares China's Jingdezhen Porcelain Industry a World Heritage Site
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UNESCO Declares China's Jingdezhen Porcelain Industry a World Heritage Site

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • UNESCO has declared the artisanal porcelain industry of Jingdezhen, China, a World Heritage site.
  • This inscription brings China's total number of World Heritage sites to over 60.
  • UNESCO praised China's efforts in protecting and managing the site, highlighting Jingdezhen's historical significance in porcelain production and its global influence.

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has officially recognized the artisanal porcelain industry of Jingdezhen, China, as a World Heritage site. This designation marks a significant cultural achievement for China, increasing its total number of World Heritage sites to over 60.

The decision was made by the UNESCO committee, which commended the Chinese government for its dedicated efforts and accomplishments in the protection and management of the Jingdezhen site. In response, the Chinese delegation reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing the site's conservation and ensuring its sustainable use.

The inscription on this list carries great significance.

— Chinese delegation representativeCommenting on the importance of Jingdezhen's designation as a World Heritage site.

"The inscription on this list carries great significance," stated a representative, emphasizing Beijing's strong commitment to preserving World Heritage. China also pledged to foster mutual exchange and learning among civilizations.

The Jingdezhen artisanal porcelain industry sites, spanning nearly 2,000 hectares, represent a comprehensive industrial system that flourished from the 10th to the 19th centuries in Jiangxi Province. UNESCO highlighted the profound artistic and commercial impact of porcelain production from this era, both within China and across the globe. Jingdezhen was a pivotal center for innovation, consistently producing porcelain of the highest caliber.

Beijing 'attaches great importance to the conservation of World Heritage.'

— Chinese delegation representativeReaffirming China's commitment to preserving cultural sites.
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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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