Shaanxi Grand Mosque is situated in Nanmen, Urumqi, Xinjiang China. The mosque can be dated back to 100 years ago in 1883, some Hui Muslims originated from Shaanxi Province raided fund to set up this mosque in Urumqi. Since then, it became a well-known mosque in China as its spectacular architecture and traditional carving. Moreover, it is the centre for Hui Moslims living in Xinjiang.
The mosque complex is consisted of praying hall, yard, teaching school etc. When you travel to Urumqi, you can go to Nanmen and visit Shaanxi Grand Mosque for its historical building. The entrance is free of charge but visitors can not go inside while it is praying time.
