Xian Muslim Quarter Photo Gallery

Xian's bustling Muslim quarter is just steps away from the Drum Tower and has been the community's home for centuries. The narrow streets are home to markets selling everything from noodles to souvenirs.
It is believed the Muslim community has been around since the 7th century. Muslim merchants came along the Silk Road during the Tang Dynasty, when Xian (or Chang'an at the time) was the eastern end. Some married local Chinese women, and their descendents were referred to as Hui, one of China's ethni groups today. Xian's Muslim population is estimated to be around 65,000 out of 10 million.
I would recommend visiting at night when the food options explode.

"Mo" is a local delicacy. This dry version consists of meat wrapped around bread. Looking at how raw the meat looks, I presume buyers still need to cook it when they get home.

These souvenirs are made from cow hides and are supposed to be able to move into various poses.


Xian's bustling Muslim quarter is just steps away from the Drum Tower and has been the community's home for centuries. The narrow streets are home to markets selling everything from noodles to souvenirs. It is believed the Muslim community has been around since the 7th century. Muslim merchants came along the Silk Road during the Tang Dynasty, when Xian (or Chang'an at the time) was the eastern end. Some married local Chinese women, and their descendents were referred to as Hui, one of China's ethni groups today. Xian's Muslim population is estimated to be around 65,000 out of 10 million. I would recommend visiting at night when the food options explode. "Mo" is a local delicacy. This dry version consists of meat wrapped around bread. Looking at how raw the meat looks, I presume buyers still need to cook it when they get home. These souvenirs are made from cow hides and are supposed to be able to move into various poses.

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