Chongsheng Mosque in Yanshan County, Wenshan
Chinese Name:砚山崇圣清真寺
English Name: Chongsheng Mosque in Yanshan County, Wenshan
Keywords: Chongsheng Mosque in Yanshan, Muslim architecture, Muslim culture
Location: Located in Pingyuan Town, Yanshan County, Yunnan Province
Introduction
Chongsheng Mosque, built in 1991, is located in Pingyuan Town (平远镇), Yanshan County (砚山县), Yunnan Province. It serves as a significant religious and cultural center for the Hui community in the region.
Historical Background
Following the reforms and opening-up policy in China, which led to improved living standards, a growing number of Hui people settled in Pingyuan Town. This influx necessitated the construction of Chongsheng Mosque to meet the religious needs of the local Hui population. Between 1988 and 1991, the community mobilized resources and efforts to raise funds for the mosque’s construction.
Community and Cultural Significance
Chongsheng Mosque is supported by a community of 350 Muslims from 69 Hui households, including 5 imams, 15 religious scholars, and 10 administrators managing financial affairs. The mosque houses 60 copies of the Quran and is a place of pilgrimage for notable figures such as Haji Ma Baoen (马宝恩), Ma Hongchang and his wife, Na Jiankang’s mother (纳建康之母), Ma Pingwen’s mother (马平文之母), Ma Xifen (马锡芬), and Li Wenxue (李文学).
Visitor Information
- Location: Pingyuan Town, Yanshan County, Yunnan Province, China
- Cultural Insight: Explore the mosque to understand the cultural heritage and daily life of the Hui community in Yunnan.
- Travel Tips: Visitors are welcome to visit the mosque, respecting local customs and traditions while admiring its architecture and participating in cultural activities.
Chongsheng Mosque stands as a symbol of religious devotion and community cohesion among the Hui people in Yanshan County, contributing to the region’s cultural diversity and heritage.
