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		One of the largest mosques in China, the Great Mosque in Xi'an is a blend of Chinese and Islamic architecture.
			Facing west (towards Mecca) instead of the usual south for a temple in China, the mosque begins with a typical Chinese temple feature--the spirit wall--designed to keep demons at bay.
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