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Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food
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Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah. view all
Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah. view all
Reposted from the web
Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah.
Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah.
Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food
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Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah. view all
Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah. view all
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Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah.
Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah.
Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food
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Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah. view all
Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah. view all
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Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah.
Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah.
Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food
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Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah. view all
Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah. view all
Reposted from the web
Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah.
Summary: Muslim Friendly Chongqing: Bashu's Largest Mosque, Halal Travel and Hui Muslim Food is presented here as a clear English account for Muslim readers, starting with this scene: The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and. It keeps the original names, food details, mosque details, photographs, and cultural context while focusing on Chongqing Mosques, Halal Travel, Hui Muslim Food.
The first quarter of 2021 ended, and I received a promotion notice from headquarters. Starting in the second quarter, I was promoted to sales manager. Our company's basic rules are divided into two tracks: an individual track and a management track. In the individual track, I am a partner, similar to the ranking system in a law firm. The management track is divided into sales manager and sales director. Becoming a sales manager means the team I lead now has an official designation within the company.
Mingya organizational chart
According to company arrangements, newly promoted sales managers must attend executive MBA training. This training was held at the Chongqing Marriott Hotel, so I had the chance to visit the mountain city again. Outside of training, I could continue exploring the places I had visited in Chongqing before.
After arriving in Chongqing from Beijing, I suggested to another friend (dosti) that we share a room to make it easier to perform namaz. Our company culture is very inclusive. The chairman once mentioned in a speech that he received a WeChat message from a former colleague who said, 'Thank Allah for making Mingya better and better.' When this colleague was still working here, he shared the gospel with many of us. Even after leaving, he often prayed for Allah's forgiveness and blessings for Mingya. After joining Mingya, I discovered that there are many Christians and Catholics throughout the company. Now, with my arrival, there are more Muslim partners as well. People with faith pursue freedom of body and mind, and I think that is why the company attracts them.
My roommate performing namaz in the hotel room
Of course, freedom alone is not enough. People have to eat, and the ability to earn a high income is a major reason why the company attracts so many elite partners. Our average income is higher than that of most employees at large tech companies. During the 2020 pandemic, more than 400 of our agents earned over one million annually, and three even reached the ten-million level.
Mingya average monthly income
Our team currently has 17 people: one in Jiangsu, two in Anhui, one in Guangzhou, two in Yinchuan, one in Japan, and ten in Beijing. 100% have a bachelor's degree or higher. Some are part-time and some are full-time. The team communicates online daily. Since buying insurance and processing claims are now digitized, our clients are spread across the country and can purchase insurance online without leaving home.
On the first day of arriving in Chongqing, the company arranged free time. I took several other team leaders to the most authentic halal hot pot restaurant in Chongqing, Huiwei Chuanyu
for a meal. The quality of this restaurant is definitely among the best of all halal restaurants in Chongqing, and it has won awards in Chongqing hot pot competitions many times. If you ask me which restaurant to visit if you only go to one in Chongqing? I would recommend you come to Huiwei Chuanyu.
The owner, Brother Yang, is originally from Xinjiang and has lived in Chongqing for nearly twenty years. He speaks fluent Chongqing dialect. The restaurant is smoke-free and alcohol-free, which is unique among local Chongqing hot pot places. I introduced this restaurant in my previous article, 'Chongqing Halal Food Tour—Turns out Tripe Hot Pot is also related to Hui Muslims.' This time, because of the team dinner, I was able to taste more dishes.
Awards received
In Chongqing, a city of hot pot, it is quite rare for a halal hot pot restaurant to be recognized by judges. Brother Yang invests heavily in the research and development of hot pot soup bases and is very confident in the taste of his hot pot. For this dinner, I chose dishes based on the manager's recommendations, and every one of them was praised by my colleagues.
Yuan-yang pot (split pot with two flavors)
The yuan-yang pot is how Chongqing people show respect to outsiders. Based on my experience, I am not great with spicy food, but I can handle the mild spicy base. Because the soup base is so flavorful, the clear soup pot was ignored by everyone. You can skip the clear soup pot when you come here and just choose mild or medium spicy. The spiciest nine-grid pot is for those who like strong flavors.
The plaque hanging on the wall says: 'O mankind!' Eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good.' (Quran, Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 168)
The restaurant provides tips on how Chongqing people mix their oil dipping sauce. The top recommendation is the garlic and sesame oil dip: minced garlic + sesame oil + chopped green onions + fried peanuts + toasted sesame seeds.
Ice jelly (bingfen)
Brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba)
Iced jelly (bingfen) and brown sugar sticky rice cake (hongtang ciba) are essential sweet desserts for hotpot.
The manager's recommended spicy big pot
Square bamboo shoots (fangzhusun)
Huiwei signature beef liver
Chongqing people love eating beef liver, but at non-halal shops, they usually eat pork liver. They cook it by dipping it repeatedly in the pot, then take it out and skip the oil dip, choosing instead to dip it in dry chili powder. The raw egg on the beef liver is actually there to make it smooth, and it is safe to eat.
A major feature of this hotpot restaurant is the live vegetables. These are all grown in a culture medium, and when guests want to eat them, the server harvests them on the spot. They are incredibly fresh, and naturally, the taste is tender and juicy.
Organic live pea shoots (wandou miao)
Organic peanut sprouts (huasheng ya)
Organic golden needle mushrooms (jinzhengu)
Ecological bean sprouts (douya)
Shrimp paste (xiahua)
Boneless fresh fish slices
Huiwei signature tripe (maodu)
Huiwei tender beef
Taking a photo with supervisors from different teams
After the meal, my companion and I went to the Chongqing Muslim Building for namaz. Upon arrival, we learned that the Muslim Building had been renamed, and the new name is still being discussed. The prayer hall on the top floor has also been closed, and Muslims needing to pray must go to the newly built Jiulongpo Mosque.
The Chongqing Muslim Building is currently owned by the Islamic Association and will be used for commercial purposes. In the future, it will be developed into a new popular social media landmark. The famous Shibati in Chongqing is about to be rebuilt, similar to Qianmen Street in Beijing, and is expected to open at the end of September this year.
The abandoned prayer hall where I once stood.
The dome on the top floor
The minaret that was never used and will never be used again
Standing on the top floor overlooking the Shibati project
From Jiaochangkou, where the Muslim Building is located, you can take the subway and reach Fengqi Road Station in half an hour. After walking a few hundred meters, you will arrive at the newly built Chongqing Grand Mosque. This grand mosque opened to the public last year. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters and has complete supporting facilities, including an underground parking lot. It belongs to the same batch of projects as the newly built grand mosque in Hangzhou.
The good news is that after several inspections by relevant leaders, the main building of the Great Mosque was deemed not to need large-scale renovations. It only needs some added Chinese-style elements to stay as it is. I applaud the wise decision made by the Chongqing leadership.
From the outside, the Great Mosque of Chongqing looks similar to the Great Mosque of Shadian.
The mihrab, shaped like an open Quran, is modeled after the style of the Faisal Mosque in Pakistan.
The Core Socialist Values hanging above are the result of later renovations, and the auspicious cloud patterns also count as added Chinese elements.
Four-Character Scripture for Muslim Women (Qingzhen Nuzi Sizi Jing)
Women's Prayer Hall
Just one wall away is the Chongqing Hui Muslim Cemetery.
This Great Mosque is located some distance from the city center, and the surrounding area is not yet developed, so there are not many Muslims coming for namaz. However, given Chongqing's current super-fast development speed, I believe this area will soon be bustling with people.
After visiting the Great Mosque of Chongqing, we returned to the hotel and started an MBA training course the next day. After several days of closed-door training, I set off on a journey to visit the oldest mosque in the Chongqing area, the Fengjie Mosque.
Fengjie is very far from downtown Chongqing, over 400 kilometers away. You can take a long-distance bus from the Chongqing North Station bus terminal and arrive in Fengjie County in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a high-speed train to Wanzhou, which takes about two hours, and then take a bus from Wanzhou to Fengjie, which takes another two hours.
Fengjie is the starting point of Bashu culture and the location of White Emperor City (Baidi Cheng). White Emperor City is a major historical and cultural site protected at the national level, and it is a must-visit spot when traveling the Yangtze River by boat. Friends who love Bashu history and culture should not miss it. Students who have been to school can surely recite Li Bai's poem 'Departing from White Emperor City in the Morning'.
Enjoying the night view of the Yangtze River at Kuimen Square.
According to historical records, the Fengjie Mosque is also one of the earliest mosques in the Bashu region, and it is said to have been built in the Yuan Dynasty. Due to the construction of the Three Gorges Project, the main building of the prayer hall was moved as a whole to its current location, and all the bricks and tiles were restored.
The mosque is currently undergoing construction of commercial storefronts on the ground floor. These shops will be rented out as mosque property, with plans to support the mosque through its own income. Huiwei Chuanyu hopes to open a branch here, which would meet the dietary needs of friends (dost) traveling to Fengjie, as there is currently only one halal ramen shop in Fengjie.
The few remaining stone tablets in the mosque continue to write its history. In the evening, I spoke with the imam and learned that there are about 600 local Hui Muslims in Fengjie. Only eleven or twelve come for namaz on Jumu'ah, and only three people insist on performing the five daily prayers. They are all elderly. Most local Hui Muslims know nothing about Islam, which leads to many awkward situations during weddings and funerals, making it very difficult for the imam to carry out his work here.
In the evening, the imam asked his wife to cook me a hearty meal with Linxia flavors. It was the most delicious meal I had eaten in days. During the meal, I listened to the imam talk about the hardships of his missionary work, but he remained resilient and optimistic, viewing the difficulties he encountered as a test from Allah. I am full of respect for him and wish that all scholars striving on the path of the Lord may receive blessings in both worlds.
The only halal ramen shop in Fengjie, located at Kuimen Square.
After the evening prayer (maghrib), I said goodbye to the imam and returned to Beijing the next day. My study tour in Chongqing has come to an end. I hope that when I come back next time, I will see a branch of Huiwei Chuanyu opened in Fengjie. The Islamic culture of Bashu will surely regain its former glory, insha'Allah.