Liling Became a Famous Porcelain Capital

In the heart of Hunan Province lies Liling, a city known not just for its beauty and culture, but more importantly, for its exceptional legacy in porcelain craftsmanship. Often referred to as one of China's "Four Famous Porcelain Capitals", alongside Jingdezhen, Dehua, and Tangshan, Liling has earned its reputation through centuries of innovation, artistic excellence, and global influence. For companies like SUNKA, rooted in this rich cultural soil, Liling offers the perfect foundation to produce world-class daily-use ceramics for the global market. The art of porcelain-making in Liling dates back to the Tang and Song dynasties, with significant growth during the Qing Dynasty, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. That can be considered a heritage spanning thousands of years. During this time, Liling porcelain became highly prized for its fine texture, brilliant glaze, and elegant hand-painted designs. Its most iconic contribution to Chinese porcelain history is the invention of “under-glaze color porcelain with high-temperature firing”, a revolutionary technique that allowed intricate colored patterns to be fired without fading—ensuring both beauty and durability. This technical breakthrough distinguished Liling porcelain from other traditional wares and opened new possibilities for decorative and functional ceramics.