Chinese Muslims observe 4-day feast

Reception was held to mark festival; believers gather for prayer sessions

Muslims across China celebrated one of Islam's biggest holidays on Monday as they gathered to pray and sacrifice halal domestic animals in accordance with religious dietary laws.

The Eid al-Adha Festival, or the Feast of Sacrifice, is one of the most significant dates on the calendar for Muslims. It is marked by wearing new clothes, taking part in morning prayers and sacrificing sheep or cattle.