The ethnic origin of the Hui nationality can be traced back to the Tang Dynasty. It is generally believed that the Hui nationality was formed in the Ming Dynasty, while the Yuan Dynasty was the preparatory period for the formation of the Hui nationality, and the Ming Dynasty was the final period for the formation of the Hui nationality. Hui people all over the country also participated in the struggle against imperialist aggression in different forms. The May 4th Movement and the establishment of the China Producer Party pointed out the direction for the complete liberation of the Hui people.

The ancestors of the Hui nationality can be traced back to Persians and Arabs who came to China in the Tang and Song Dynasties. They often lived in a residential area called "Fanfang", accepted the management of the local government and enjoyed certain autonomy. Fanfang has a large number of residents, with a history of more than 100 thousand in Guangzhou alone at the end of the Tang Dynasty.

Taboo of Hui nationality:

1, in terms of diet, pigs, dogs, donkeys, mules, horses, cats and all ferocious animals, livestock that have died, animals and livestock slaughtered by non-Muslims are prohibited from smoking and drinking. Pig is the most sensitive issue for Hui people, and it is also one of the most important issues in Hui customs. For a long time, no matter what pressure and resistance it encounters, it has never changed the Hui people's habit of forbidding raising pigs and fasting pork.

2. In terms of belief, idolatry is prohibited.

3. In terms of social behavior, usury and gambling are prohibited.