Great Mosque of Xi'an – A Silk Road MasterpieceThe Great Mosque of Xi’an, founded in 742 AD, is one of China’s oldest and most iconic mosques, blending Tang-era Chinese architecture with Islamic design. Located in the Muslim Quarter, it features serene courtyards, Arabic calligraphy on wooden archways, and over 1,300 years of continuous worship. Still active today, it stands as a historic symbol of Silk Road cultural exchange and Hui Muslim heritage.
Why It Stands Out?UNESCO Tentative List – Recognized for its cultural importanceUnique Architecture – The only mosque in China resembling a Buddhist templeLiving History – Still functions as both a tourist site and active place of worship