Caoqiao Mosque Explained

Caoqiao Mosque
Native Name:草桥清真寺
Native Name Lang:zh
Map Type:China Jiangsu
Map Size:250px
Map Relief:yes
Religious Affiliation:Islam
Location:No. 26-32, Ganyu Lane, Qinhuai, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
Tradition:Sunni
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Architecture Type:mosque
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The Caoqiao Mosque or Grass Bridge Mosque is a mosque in Qinhuai District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China.

History

The mosque was originally constructed during the Qianlong Emperor rule of Qing Dynasty. Since then, the mosque has been reconstructed and removed several times.[1]

Architecture

The mosque was built with traditional Chinese architecture style. It consists of main prayer hall, teaching room, ablution room and wing room.[2]

Activities

The mosque houses the headquarters of Chinese Hui Religion Association which was established in 1912.[3]

Transportation

The mosque is accessible within walking distance west of Zhangfuyuan Station of Nanjing Metro.

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Nanjing Caoqiao Mosque. leadtochina.com. dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20150128132603/http://www.leadtochina.com/travel/muslim-mosques-guide/nanjing-caoqiao-mosque-50. 28 January 2015.
  2. Web site: Nanjing Caoqiao Mosque. Muslim2China. 4 July 2021.
  3. Web site: Tung. Kamla. 20 May 2021. Mosques of Nanjing and the Community they Helped Foster. The Nanjinger. 10 August 2021.