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Huaisheng Mosque vs Shamian Island
Both Huaisheng Mosque and Shamian Island are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Shamian Island scores significantly higher than Huaisheng Mosque. Shamian Island scores 87 with recommendations from 2 sources such as Lonely Planet, Fodor's.
Huaisheng Mosque
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
55 Guangta Lu, Guangzhou
From $0 /night
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The original building is believed to be founded here in 627 by Abu Waqas, an uncle of the prophet Mohammed. The present mosque dates from the Qing dynasty."
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Fodor's
"A high wall encloses the mosque, which is dominated by the smooth, white minaret, which rises to 36 meters (118 feet)."
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Shamian Island
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide
North Bank of Baie Bond, Liwan District, Guangzhou
From $0 /night
Fodor's
"More than a century ago, the Mandarins of Guangzhou designated a 1-km-long sandbank outside the city walls in the Pearl River as an enclave for foreign merchants. "
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"To the southwest of Guǎngzhōu is the dappled oasis of Shāmiàn Island."
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Afar Magazine
"Once you cross the bridge to Shamian Island, you feel transported to a different country."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Restored to their former glory, these have been converted into bars, restaurants and luxury hotels. This tree shaded island has a pleasant atmosphere and is relatively free of traffic."
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