From the trade routes of the Tang dynasty to the present day, Chinese Muslims have maintained a rich spiritual heritage
Chinese muslims in Xi'an Maksim Gulyachik - Shutterstock
Phoenix Pavilion at the Great Mosque of Xi'an Cezary Wojtkowski - Shutterstock
The Great Mosque of Xi’an is a striking fusion of Islamic religious function and Chinese architectural aesthetics.
Masjid al-Haram, the Great Mosque of Mecca Orhan Durgut - Shutterstock
Here is an overview of key locations in Mecca and its surroundings associated with Muhammad’s life.
A multitude of pilgrims circumambulate (tawaf) Kaaba ESB Professional - Shutterstock
The Kaaba is the focal point of the Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, which is one of the Five Pillars of Islam.
Muslim pilgrims climb the Mount of light "Jabal An-Nour" where located the Hira cave. Nurlan Mammadzada - Shutterstock
Towering above the outskirts of Mecca, Mount Jabal al-Nour holds profound significance in Islamic history and spirituality.
Every faithful Muslim must make the pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in a lifetime –if not impeded by any force majeure event, condition, or circumstance.