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