Fengcheng Charcoal Kiln (House of Charcoal) Introduction
Baoshan is characterized by numerous hills, where acacia trees form dense forests. The acacia tree is an excellent raw material for charcoal production. The felled wood must be dried for more than a month, and then the coarse branches are used for charcoal production while the fine branches are used as fuel. These are placed in kilns to be baked for 5 to 6 weeks, producing high-quality, smokeless, and long-burning charcoal. Fengcheng Charcoal Kiln combines the efforts of government agencies and the local community to create high-quality charcoal using traditional methods. After the wood has been baked in the kiln for 5 to 6 weeks, compared to modern techniques that mass produce and import charcoal, the charcoal produced by Fengcheng Charcoal Kiln is particularly long-burning and produces less smoke. Each time the kiln is opened, the aroma of burning wood fills the air, and the sight of smoke rising often attracts photographers to capture the moment. To this day, Fengcheng Charcoal Kiln continues to produce charcoal using traditional earthen kilns, allowing modern individuals to experience the frugality and diligence of their ancestors. This charcoal kiln is also known as "The Home of Charcoal," which is quite fitting!
