The introduction of Islam in China happened through two routes; the southeast ton led to Canton and latter was from the northwest, Silk Road. Since the 7th century, Islam has been practiced in China. Its evolution spanning over 1300 years, it now stands in the league of the five major faith-systems in the country. During the course of its growth in China, it has branched out into numerous Islamic schools and sects with distinct practices and doctrinal beliefs. Notwithstanding the vibrant cultural diversity, Islamic identity remains bedrock for the Chinese Muslim. The phenomenal economic rise of China and development boom has attracted a great number of local and foreign Muslims who have settled in the south eastern coast and pursue commercial activities. The settlement and presence of such a large Muslim population has a great religious impact on eastern Chinese cities. The golden Islamic value of harmony and brotherhood lays down guiding principles for the Chinese Muslims. The unifying forces of Islam provide them with an ideological framework seminal to establishment of a peaceful, prosperous and harmonious Muslim society in China. Keywords: Islam, Muslims, contemporary China.
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