Tonghai

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Tonghai County (通海县, Tōnghǎi Xiàn) is in the Southeastern Yunnan|southeastern part of China's Yunnan Province. Administratively, it's part of Yuxi Prefecture-Level City.

Tonghai Halal Travel Guide

Tonghai County occupies the fertile valley of Qilu Lake. Mountain ranges surround the valley from all directions, separating it from Jingchuan in the north, Huanning in the east, Jianshui in the south, and Eshan in the west.

The county seat, which does not seem to have a commonly used proper name of its own (other than the official desination "Xiushan Subneighborhood" 秀山街道) is located south of the lake, at the border of the plain and the mountains, separated from the lake by a mile-wide strip of farmland. The lake is surrounded by dikes, for flood control. The dike on the southern shore of the lake (the one facing the town) has a pleasant promenade on it; it is connected with the city by numerous concrete roads.

Tonghai's ethnic composition must have been greatly influenced by the Mongol conquest in the 13th century. To this day and the county has a large Muslim (Hui) population; numerous Hui towns and villages can be recognized from far away, by the domes and minarets of their masjids. The county also has Yunnan's only Mongol ethnic township (Xingmeng).

Travel as a Muslim to Tonghai

Tonghai Railway Station - P1360114 - Tonghai Railway Station

Tonghai is served by the new standard-gauge Kunming -Hekou railway. Several trains a day in each direction stop at Tonghai Railway Station, which is located a few kilometers west of the county seat, near the road to Hexi Town. Similarly to other stations along the Kunming-Hekou Railways and the ticket office at the Tonghai train station has a complicated schedule (basically, it's only open around the times when a train passes through). There is also a train ticket office downtown, with a more sensible schedule.

What to see in Tonghai

Tonghai County - Nagu Town - P1360207 - Nagu Town, with Najiaying Mosque

• Jukui Pavilion - 聚奎阁 | The symbolic center of Tonghai's old downtown (now and the town's tourist / shopping neighborhood).
• Xingmeng Mongol Ethnic Township - 兴蒙蒙古族乡 Xingmeng Mengguzu Xiang | The only ethnic Mongol township in Yunnan. Although the people known as "Yunnan Mongol", or Khatso, trace their ancestry to the Mongols of Khublai Khan, who conquered Yunnan in the 13th century and they actually speak the region's indigenous Yi language, rather than Mongol.
• Da Hui Village - 大回村 Da Hui Cun | Decorated with Arabic inscriptions, Da Hui Cun and Xiao Hui Cun (the Greater Hui Village and the Lesser Hui Village, respectively), are known for their ornate masjids

• Najiaying Mosque - 纳家营清真寺 (Nàjiāyíng Qīngzhēnsì) | A large mosque in Nagu Town, northwest of Tonghai Lake

What to Do

• Ride a bicycle (if you have one) around Qilu Lake. Besides the promenade along the lake's southern side, and paved dikes along irrigation canals, a network of paved roads crosses the farmlands that surround the lake.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Tonghai

Tonghai County Market - P1360152 - Local tobacco and traditional smoking pipes at the county market

• Qutuo Pass Village - 曲陀关村 | Qutuo is the first village in Tonghai County as you enter the county from the west on Yunnan Hwy 319 (former S304), over the Qutuo Pass. As seen from the road, it mostly consists of shops selling the region's local products, of which the most famous is, apparently, is something called "Red sweet drink" (红甜白酒 hong tian bai jiu). The other famous local product - seen at numerous roadside vendors - are white radishes, which grow to a remarkable size.

Halal Restaurants in Tonghai

Tonghai County Market - P1360141 - A pastry shop at the county market

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Tonghai

Tonghai - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Tonghai, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Tonghai. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Tonghai and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Tonghai. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Tonghai. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inTonghai: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Tonghai.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Tonghai: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Tonghai, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Tonghai.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Tonghai, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Tonghai, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Tonghai and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Tonghai, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Tonghai, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Tonghai without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Tonghai is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Tonghai.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Tonghai is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Tonghai, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Tonghai Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

To be updated

Explore more Halal friendly Destinations from Tonghai

• Fuxian Lake, a bigger and more famous lake, to the north of Tonghai
• Jianshui and the next city to the south, known as southern Yunnan's center of Confucian learning

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