Sacred sites of China
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Sacred sites of China are religious destinations found in China. Generally speaking, religions in China do not demand exclusivity, so most Chinese follow a mix of different religions such as Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism and Chinese folk religion. There are also numerous religions practised by China's ethnic minorities, such as indigenous religions, Islam, Christianity and Judaism.
Chinese folk religionMany Chinese and people of Chinese descent around the world observe a mix of traditions taken from many religions and cultures over many centuries, and can collectively be termed 'Chinese folk religion'.
ConfucianismConfucianism was the state philosophy of governance from the Han Dynasty all the way up till the Qing Dynasty.
TaoismAlthough there are many sacred mountains in Chinese folk religion, the Four Sacred Mountains of Taoism (四大道教名山), together with the Five Great Mountains are considered to be the holiest among them.
BuddhismThe Four Sacred Mountains of Buddhism (四大佛教名山) are traditionally associated with four different Bodhisattvas, who are revered in Chinese Buddhism.
IslamIslam has a long history in China, with the largest Muslim group being the Chinese-speaking Hui people.
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