Islamic Cultural Street
Along the street, tall buildings decorated with corbelled arches, domes and coloured glazed bricks create an imposing presence. Rows of pointed-arch doors and windows,…
Islamic Cultural Street, Hohhot
Key facts
- Admission
- Free
- Opening hours
- Open all day
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Getting there
- Near the North Gate of the old city (bus stop)
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 1872. Open in Google Maps
About Islamic Cultural Street
Along the street, tall buildings decorated with corbelled arches, domes and coloured glazed bricks create an imposing presence. Rows of pointed-arch doors and windows, sturdy domed roofs and tall columned towers convey a rich Islamic character.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Islamic Cultural Street cost?
Admission to Islamic Cultural Street is Free, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Islamic Cultural Street?
Islamic Cultural Street is open Open all day.
How do I get to Islamic Cultural Street?
Near the North Gate of the old city (bus stop)
How long should I spend at Islamic Cultural Street?
Plan on 1 hour for Islamic Cultural Street.
Where is Islamic Cultural Street?
Islamic Cultural Street is in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, in the North China of China. Intersection of Zhongshan West Road and Tongdao South Road, Huimin District, Hohhot
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