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-- Introduction
-- Foreign Embassies / Consulates in Guangzhou
-- Attractions:
-- Ancestral Temple of Chen Family
-- Bright Filial Piety Temple
-- Huaisheng (Remember the Sage) Mosque
-- Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall
-- Temple of the Six Banyan Trees
-- Western Han Nanyue King Tomb Museum
-- White Cloud Mountain
-- Yuexiu Park
Guangzhou Hotels

Located on Guangta Road, Huaisheng Mosque, popularly known as the Light Tower Mosque, is one of the earliest mosques established following the introduction of Islam into China in the 7th century. The original mosque on this site is said to have been built in 627 AD by the first Muslim missionary to China, an uncle of Mohammed. Huaisheng means "Remember the Sage", in memory of the prophet - Mohammed

Rebuilt following destruction by fire, the present mosque dates from 1695 during the Qing Dynasty. Covering an area of 2966 square meters, the mosque is composed of Imam Hall, Storehouse of Islamic Scripture, Chapel Hall and Baptismal Hall.

An important feature is the minaret, which is 36 meters in height with a pointed tip. It is a typical Arabic architectural style. In the past sailors often climbed the minaret to observe weather conditions before going to sea and in night, the minaret used to serve as a beacon for the boats on the Zhujiang River. Hence the name Light Tower.

Admission Fee: RMB 5
Opening Hours: 06:10 to 17:00
Recommended Time for a Visit: Half an hour
Bus Route: 56,74

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