Halal Tourism in China(Beijing)

 China is the best country in the world if you're seeking an exotic location full of novel sights and experiences that are also exciting and uniquely different. Then China is your best bet. Traveling to China is a fantastic experience. China is a destination where you can learn about a country that is very different from your own. It's not only a place to relax on vacation. It is home to some of nature's most amazing wonders, as well as the most impressive ancient heritage. The greatest variety of cuisine in the world as well as unique ethnic cultures and customs may be found there. And the destination can accommodate your Halal way of life as they promote Halal tourism to cater to Muslims from all over the world

China has one of the largest Muslim populations in the world, as many people are already aware. Surprisingly few Muslims outside of China are eager to visit and explore this stunning nation. Because they are unsure of how their halal lifestyle would fit into the destination while traveling.

But don’t worry let's come to have a tour of things that can make you worry-free as a Muslim while you travel to China. In this blog, we will try to explore Muslim-friendly tourism destinations in China, Halal restaurants, mosques in the places, and any Muslim heritage, if there is one.

Today our pick is Beijing we will discover Beijing as a Halal-tourism-inspired tourist destination.

Beijing

The majority of Beijing's ethnic minorities are of the Hui nationality. Since the Yuan Dynasty, Muslims have lived in Beijing and built mosques, according to historical sources. Muslims in Beijing are primarily concentrated in the far-flung urban areas, particularly in Niujie, Jiaozi Alley, Flower Market, Changying, Madian, Yujiawu, and Daxing, Changping, Shunyi, Miyun. The oldest and largest Muslim neighborhood in Beijing is Niu jie in the Xuanwu district.

Muslim-friendly Hotels in Beijing to cater to Halal tourism

There are lots of hotels to stay in this area that serve halal breakfast and are Muslim-friendly like

 Xiyuan Hotel

Xinjiang Hotel Beijing

Apart from those hotels, you can also try to find a hotel near Niujie Mosque, by visiting the below link.

Hotel near Niujie Mosque

Muslim-friendly Restaurants in Beijing to cater to Halal tourism

Finding Muslim eateries is crucial for people who can only consume Halal food while on a tour. For your reference, here is a list of a few of Beijing, China's top halal eateries. Xiyuan Hotel Xinjiang Restaurant, Yijinyuan, Hongbinlou, Khan Tengger Restaurant, Barbecue Wan, Nanlaishun, Hongshunxuan.

For more restaurants, you can visit the link

Mosques in Beijing

There are 70 mosques in Beijing, with the most well-known ones being the Niujie, Dongsi, Flower Market, Mardian, Tongzhou, Changying, and so on.

Niu Jie Mosque's Interior

Muslim Heritage

 Niu Jie is This area of the city is referred to as the Muslim quarter and is home to everything from halal restaurants to prayer spaces. The oldest mosque in Beijing is the Niu Jie Mosque. The structure was initially constructed in 996 AD, during the Liao Dynasty, and was destroyed by Genghis Khan's army in 1215. It was then reconstructed in 1443, during the Ming Dynasty. Although the building's outside resembles a typical Chinese temple, Arabic calligraphy is used to decorate the interior. There are also two graves of Muslim Arab shaykhs inside the vast mosque complex. Al-Bukhari and al-Qazweeni, the men's names in Chinese and Arabic, are mentioned in the inscription, along with the dates of their deaths—1280 and 1283, respectively. Behind the modern tombstones are the old stones with Arabic inscriptions.

Niu Jie Qingzhen Supermarket Food City, a nearby grocery, also sells Chinese Islamic memorabilia or souvenirs.

Follow the link to see other famous places to visit in Beijing

Some important things to remember while traveling to China

In China, the majority of foreign apps are restricted. So, if you want to use them to get a VPN (virtual private network) you can have one from the link below as it has a free trial.

Follow the link for a free VPN

You can try the WeChat app and suggest your friends and family install it for the time being to contact you effortlessly on the go, while you are on the travel in China.

Get a data plan to navigate.

Most nations need a visa to enter China, so check  before you make a plan

Now, are you craving to book a trip to China with an itinerary inspired by the Halal Tourism 

Follow the link to book a 9-day long Halal Tour to China

China is a land of amazing beauty, wonder, and culture. Enjoy it as a Muslim tourist and be back many times to feed your touristic mind. Happy Halal tourism.