Muslim's Guide to Beijing & North China
Beijing - capital of empires for six centuries - is home to one of China's
oldest Muslim communities. The Niujie Mosque has stood in the same spot for
over 1,000 years. This guide covers Beijing, Tianjin, Shijiazhuang, Datong,
Taiyuan, and Pingyao - all written from a Muslim perspective.
"From the Forbidden City to the Niujie Mosque - the Muslim's Beijing."
KEY FEATURES:
- 6 comprehensive parts covering all aspects of Muslim travel to North China
- Complete mosque directory - 5 Beijing mosques + 4 North China cities
- Halal food guide - 10 restaurant recommendations across 6 cities
- Top attractions - Forbidden City, Great Wall, Tiananmen Square
- North China extension - Tianjin, Datong, Pingyao, Taiyuan
- Chinese phrases - 50+ essential halal and travel phrases
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
PART 1 - Welcome to Beijing
Author's letter, Beijing at a glance, Muslim history, Best entry point
PART 2 - Getting to Beijing & Around
Three airports, HSR hub, Metro, Accommodation, Best time to visit
PART 3 - Niujie Mosque & Beijing's Muslim Quarter
Niujie Mosque history, Muslim Quarter, Halal food in Niujie
PART 4 - Top Attractions for Muslim Travelers
Forbidden City, Great Wall, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven
PART 5 - North China Extension
Tianjin, Shanhaiguan, Datong, Taiyuan, Pingyao
PART 6 - Practical Toolkit
Emergency, Packing checklist, 50+ Chinese phrases, Budget, Visa options