Shanglin Lake Kiln Site is one of the key landscapes in the history of Yue ware, the celadon ceramics produced in this part of Zhejiang for centuries. The lake and surrounding hills held kiln clusters whose green-glazed wares influenced Chinese ceramic taste and trade well beyond the region.
For most visitors the site is a specialized excursion, but it is a strong one if you care about Chinese material culture. The appeal lies in connecting museum pieces to the hills, clay, kilns, and waterways that produced them. It is best paired with Ningbo's museums or other heritage stops so the archaeological landscape has context.