Introduction to the Islamic Holy Tomb: The Islamic Holy Tomb in the Lingshan Scenic Area of ​​Qingyuan Mountain is the oldest and most complete Islamic holy site in my country. Historical records say that this place came to China during the Wude period of the Tang Dynasty (618-626 AD). The tombs of the four prophets of Muhammad.
There are two existing tombs in the Holy Tomb side by side. The tomb covers are carved from granite. Behind the tombs, a horseshoe-shaped corridor is built against the mountain. It is about 3 meters high. Several stone pillars in the corridor resemble the ribs of weaving. Ancient architecture experts call them ribs. Shaped columns, with typical architectural features of the Tang Dynasty. There are 5 stone tablets from past dynasties in the corridor. The stone pavilion on the tomb was rebuilt in 1962. There are also sarcophagus tombs of some Islamic believers from past dynasties around the tomb. On them are engraved the "cloud and moon" patterns commonly used in Islam or fragments of the Quran. It is a research An important historical relic of Quanzhou’s overseas transportation history and the spread of Islam.

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