Shanxiang Mosque

Shanxiang Mosque
山巷清真寺
Basic information
Location Runzhou, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China
Affiliation Sunni Islam
Architectural description
Architectural type Mosque
Completed 1662

The Shanxiang Mosque (Chinese: 山巷清真寺; pinyin: Shānxiàng Qīngzhēnsì) is a mosque in Runzhou District, Zhenjiang City, Jiangsu Province, China.[1]

History

The mosque was constructed in 1662 and had undergone several reconstruction afterwards. In 1903, the mosque established an Islamic school. During the World War II, the mosque served as a refugee camp from the Japanese invasion.

Architecture

The mosque has an area of 2,000 m2 built with traditional Chinese architecture style.

Activities

The mosque regularly hold several activities such as Imam training, hold forums, and guest receptions.

See also

References

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