Exploring the Muslim Area in Beijing

Introduction

• Greetings: Asalamu alaikum Wa alaikum salam
• Location: Beijing, specifically the Muslim area near Nujia Mosque
• Occasion: Juma, second to last day in Beijing

Journey to the Mosque

• Traveling by subway
  • Estimated travel time: 50 minutes
• Walking to Nujia Mosque (10-minute walk from station)
• Observations:
  • Many people wearing hijab and Muslim caps
  • Numerous halal restaurants in the area

Nujia Mosque

• Overview of the mosque:
  • Largest mosque in Beijing
  • Arabic name: Majid Nujia
  • Features a unique Chinese minaret
  • Courtyards and prayer areas available
• Experience inside the mosque:
  • Detailed architecture, different flooring with straw material in between carpets
  • Map available showing layout of the mosque

Interactions with Local Muslims

• Meeting Jerry:
  • Local resident for 4 years
  • Shared recommendations for halal food
• Meeting Mark:
  • Speaks Arabic, from Hebei province
• Meeting Idris:
  • Owner of a halal restaurant
  • Explained the local halal food scene and hospitality of Chinese Muslims

Halal Food Experiences

• Mutton Kebabs:
  • Price: 10 yuan ($1) each
  • Tasting experience: Very delicious, highly recommended
• Food hall visit:
  • Multiple halal options available
  • Engaged with food vendors and tasted different dishes

Notable Halal Food Spots

• Street mentioned by Idris:
  • From one traffic light to another, all restaurants are halal
  • Two-story halal supermarket also present

Other Experiences

• Trying Jasmine Tea Ice Cream
  • Price: 5 yuan (80 cents)
• Visiting Tiananmen Square
  • Significant historical site with a large square and Mao Zedong's picture

Conclusion

• Final thoughts on the day:
  • Enjoyed the vibrant Muslim community in Beijing
  • Delicious halal food and warm interactions with locals
  • Plans to explore further and capture more experiences
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