Experts' Choice Award Xi'an Mosque
What the experts agree on
Xi'an's centuries-old mosque blends Chinese and Islamic architecture so seamlessly it resembles a temple, with serene courtyards and gardens that welcome non-Muslim visitors to explore its peaceful grounds and glimpse the ornate prayer halls.
“This lushly landscaped mosque with four graceful courtyards may have been established as early as AD 742, during the Tang Dynasty, but the remaining buildings date mostly from the 18th century.”
– Fodor's
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The Chinese architecture makes the mosque difficult to distinguish from a Buddhist temple, despite the fact that it is one of the largest Muslim buildings in China." Full review
