Shuanghe Mosque in Zhanyi District, Qujing
Basic Information of the Mosque
Chinese Name: 沾益双河清真寺
English Name: Shuanghe Mosque in Zhanyi County, Qujing
Location: Shuanghe Mosque, also known as Shuanghe Qingzhen Mosque, is located in Zhanyi County, Qujing City, Yunnan Province, China.
History and Background:
- Established before the 19th year of Guangxu reign in the Qing Dynasty (1893 AD).
Structure and Size:
- Occupies an area of 2 mu (approximately 0.33 acres).
- Total building area is 120 square meters.
- The main prayer hall is a flat-roofed structure with an area of 80 square meters.
Historical Development:
- Founding: Built before 1893 during the Qing Dynasty.
- Architecture: The main prayer hall is a modest structure reflecting traditional design.
Community and Cooperation:
- The mosque serves 180 households, totaling 820 people, all belonging to the Hui ethnic group.
- It houses one copy of the Quran in Arabic script.
Geographic and Transportation Information:
- Located in Zhanyi County, Qujing City, Yunnan Province, China.
This mosque, with its historical roots dating back to the late Qing Dynasty, continues to play a vital role in the local Hui Muslim community, preserving both religious and cultural traditions in the region.
