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Grand Mosque of Shadian was originally built in the year of 1684. After several restorations and reconstructions, the new Grand Mosque of Shadian is built into a large-scaled mosque with a construction area of 18,000 square meters. It is able to hold a capacity of 10,000 people to do prayers at a time.
Grand Mosque of Shadian is consisted by main buildings of prayer hall, vault and four minarets. This grand mosque has inherited the decoration style for its galleries, arches and pillars from Nabawi Mosque in Medina, Saudi Arabia. What attracts most of this mosque is its grand vault which has an inner diameter of 20 meters and a height of 42 meters. In the middle of the vault there is a large dome surrounded by four small domes in the four directions, while at the top of the dome there featured an Islamic styled crescent.
There are four magnificent minarets standing in the four corners of the mosque. They are splendid to have a height of 93 meters. The intricateness of this mosque also lies in the characteristic that there are gorgeous arched galleries to connect the prayer hall, domes and minarets, which makes the three parts an integral combination. The hall of the mosque is decorated with stone carved Quran and golden decorations. The eight huge pillars inside the hall are veneered with marble materials. Grand Mosque of Shadian is a main place for Muslims in the area and it is a famous and must see Muslim attraction when for a Muslim tour in Yunnan Province.
Grand Mosque of Shadian was originally built in the year of 1684. After several restorations and reconstructions, the new Grand Mosque of Shadian is built into a large-scaled mosque with a construction area of 18,000 square meters. It is able to hold a capacity of 10,000 people to do prayers at a time.
Grand Mosque of Shadian is consisted by main buildings of prayer hall, vault and four minarets. This grand mosque has inherited the decoration style for its galleries, arches and pillars from Nabawi Mosque in Medina, Saudi Arabia. What attracts most of this mosque is its grand vault which has an inner diameter of 20 meters and a height of 42 meters. In the middle of the vault there is a large dome surrounded by four small domes in the four directions, while at the top of the dome there featured an Islamic styled crescent.
Shadian Grand Mosque architecture belongs to elegant style. Hui people have a rich life, be faithful to the teachings of Islam. There is A rich atmosphere of religious etiquette. Part of the inheritance of traditional Chinese architecture. The mosque is symmetrical along the axis and consists of the main hall, the minarets, and the lecture hall.
You have two ways to get to Gejiu, long-distance bus and train. As for airplane, it is not available up to now.
1. By Long-distance Bus
There are 11 non-stop buses a day from Kunming East Station to Gejiu Bus Terminal. Here below are main bus terminals in Gejiu City.
a. Gejiu Bus Terminal (个旧汽车客运站)
Address: No.4, Gejin Road, Gejiu City
Tel: 0873-2132982
2. Xinguan Bus Terminal (新冠客运站)
Address: No.90, Xinguan Road, Gejiu City
3. Datun Bus Terminal (大屯客运站)
Address: No.62, Kunhe Road, Datun Town, Gejiu
Kunming-Gejiu
Price: 117 CNY
Departure Time: 8:30, 10:00, 11:00, 11:45, 12:15, 13:50, 14:20, 15:30, 17:15, 18:15, 20:00
Distance: 279 kilometers
Consume Time: about 4 hours
Tips: The price and time are for reference only, specific with actual condition. More prices and departure time, you can ask for details at bus terminals.
Gejiu Station was out of service for a very long time. Therefore, there is no railway station now in Gejiu, you can’t reach to Gejiu directly by train. If you want to take train, you are suggested to transfer in Mengzi City.
Kunming Station-Mnegzi North Station-Gejiu
You will spend about 3 hour and a half on the train from Kunming to Mengzi, then around 0.5 hour from Mengzi to Gejiu. The starting price of train ticket is 40.5 CNY. Every day, there are at least 4 trains from Kunming to Mengzi.
At present, there is no airport in Gejiu, you can’t go to Gejiu by plane. Mengzi airport, Mile airport, Yuanyang airport and Luxi airport in Hong Prefecture are under plan and construction. In the near future, you may spend less time on the way to Gejiu.
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1. The mosque is free to visit.
2. Take off your shoes before you come in.
3. Ladies should wear headscarves when she comes in Shadian Grand Mosque.
4. Non-Muslims can’t enter the hall.
The reconstruction of the Yixigong Mosque in Kunming of yunnan province was completed in 1999. This century-old temple has changed its appearance and become a new mosque with strong Arab architectural features and complete functions. It is one of the main places for muslims to carry out religious activities in the urban areas of Kunming. In recent years, Yixigong Mosque has carried out a lot of work that is beneficial to the Muslim people by establishing a good administrative committee, developing a good management system, building a good mass base, and training a batch of good clerical personnel. At the same time, I actively participated in the establishment of a place for harmonious religious activities, and was repeatedly rated as a model place for religious activities.
Yixigong Mosque is located at No.205, Qingyun Road in Wuhua District.
There is no direct subway to Yixigong Mosque.
Tourists can take bus No. to Weiyuan Block Station, and then walk for about 3 minutes to Yixigong Mosque.
It takes tourists about 10 minutes to Yixigong Mosque from downtown of Kunming by taxi.
The telephone number of Yixigong Mosque is 0871-63190693.
Kunming Nancheng Mosque, also known as Worship Temple by Hui People. It is a building and symbol at the heart of Islam. It is a central place for Muslims to hold prayers, religious lessons, religious education, missionary activities, major festival celebrations, and so on. Kunming Nancheng Mosque, built by Sedanchi, the mosque’s appearance is obviously influenced by Buddhist culture, showing the architectural style of Chinese temples. Kunming Nancheng Mosque in the courtyard of the temple with a printing agency, a large number of Islamic scriptures and works.
As the largest mosque in Kunming, the Nancheng Mosque was first constructed during the Tang Dynasty(618-907), and then renovated and reconstructed for many times during the Qing Dynasty. The mosque’s design reflects architectural style of Chinese temples due to the influence of the Buddhist culture.
With the reconstruction of the mosque in 1996, it has been with an estimated area of 2,557 square meters, holding 200 people at the same time. The highlights of the mosque are the Chaozhen hall, Xuanli Tower and the Muslim building.
In the tenth year of Zhiyuan period of Yuan Dynasty (1273), Saiyid was appointed as the Governor of Yunnan Province by Emperor Shizu or Kublai Khan when he first established Yunnan Province to get rid of the inappropriate appointment of the provincial administrators and the unstable administration.
A large number of Muslims came to Yunnan after Saiyid was appointed to be the governor of Yunnan, which made the source of Hui ethnic groups in Yunnan and Islam introduced to Yunnan because historical records said that Saiyid was the descendent of Mohammed the father of Islam. He had many mosques built in Kunming, Dali, Lin’an, Ludian and many other places. It was said that he built twelve Mosques in Kunming among of which the well known are the Chengna Mosque at Zhengyi Road and the Yongning Mosque at Jinbi Road.
1. In the last hundred years, Nancheng Mosque has become the center of Islamic activities in Yunnan.
2. The first ethnic middle school was founded here, which is called Mingde Middle School. And Mingde Middle School has trained a large number of talented people.
3. The Islamic Monthly Newspaper was founded in 1915, which is the first Islamic publication in China and has a great influence.
By Bus:
1.You can take bus No. 120 and get off at Longjing Street Station, then walk to Nancheng Mosque for five minutes.
2.You can take bus No. 137 and get off at East Pagoda Station, then walk to Nancheng Mosque for ten minutes.
By Subway: You can take subway Line. 3 Wuyi Road Station, then walk to Nancheng Mosque for five minutes.
By Taxi: It takes tourists 10 minutes to Nancheng Mosque from Down of Kunming by taxi.
1. Tel: Nancheng Mosque’s telephone number is 0871-3628533.
Dangui Village Mosque 丹桂村清真寺is located in Dangui Village, Kedu Town, Xundian County. It was originally built during the Ming Dynasty and was reconstructed in the 22nd year of the Guangxu reign in the Qing Dynasty (1896). The mosque covers an area of approximately 600 square meters and includes a minaret, a main prayer hall, and side rooms.
In 1935, during the Long March, the Central Red Army passed through Xundian and stationed troops in Dangui. The minaret of the mosque bears a slogan left by the Red Army that reads, “The Red Army absolutely does not conscript laborers.”
For Muslim travelers visiting Dangui Village Mosque, here are some helpful tips:
Dangui Village Mosque not only serves as a place of worship but also as a historical landmark that provides insight into the rich cultural heritage of the region.
Jinniu Street Mosque昆明金牛清真寺, also known as the East Gate Mosque, is located at 41 Jinniu Street in Kunming. Built during the Yuan Dynasty, it is a significant place of worship for Muslims in Kunming and the only well-preserved Chinese-style mosque in the city. In 1990, it was designated as a protected cultural relic in Panlong District, Kunming.
The mosque was originally constructed during the Yuan Dynasty by Hui Muslims from the northwest who were involved in the repair of the Panlong River under the leadership of Sayyid Ajall Shams al-Din Omar. Over the centuries, it has experienced several reconstructions and renovations:
The main hall of the mosque is built with timber and earth, spanning 19 meters in width and 13 meters in depth. It can accommodate over 200 worshippers.
Today, Jinniu Street Mosque is one of the most popular religious sites for Muslims in Kunming. It also attracts many non-Muslim visitors who come to learn about Islamic religion, culture, history, and the local Muslim way of life. The mosque serves as a friendly and welcoming place for cultural exchange and understanding.
The mosque is conveniently located at 41 Jinniu Street, Kunming, making it easily accessible for both locals and tourists.
For Muslim travelers visiting Jinniu Street Mosque, here are some helpful tips:
Jinniu Street Mosque not only serves as a place of worship but also as a cultural bridge for visitors interested in the rich heritage of Kunming’s Muslim population.
There are 82 mosques in Xundian Hui and Yi Autonomous County. By the end of 2007, the population of the Hui ethnic group reached more than 63.000, most of which were distributed in 12 villages and towns included Rende(仁德), Tangzi(塘子), Yangjie(羊街), Hekou(河口), Gongshan(功山), Jinsuo(金所), Xianfeng(先锋), Kedu(柯渡), Fengyi(凤仪), Jinyuan(金源), Diansha(甸沙) and Qixing(七星). The most concentrated villages with Hui people are Tianqiaodi(甜荞地), Sanyuanzhuang(三元庄), Huangtupo(黄土坡), Nalang(纳郎), Zhongqiao(中桥), Luchong(鲁冲), Tangzi(塘子), Huihuicun(回辉村), Dangui(丹桂), Xincun(新村), Houjie(猴街), Xishancun(西山村), Jishuicun(积水村) as well as some ethnically mixed villages amounted to 164. The earliest mosques have a history of more than 700 years.
The mosque is a symbol of the Hui village. It is a holy place where the Muslims do worshiping, chanting and other religious activities. It is also called the Temple of Prayer. The Arabic language is “Masjid” meaning “a place of worshiping Allah”.
The existing 82 mosques were built in the Ming and Qing dynasties and also over the period of the Republic of China. Dangui Mosque(丹桂寺)and Huihui Mosque(回辉寺)in Kedu, Sanyuanzhuang Mosque(三元庄寺) and Tianqiaodi Mosque(甜荞地寺)in Yangjie, Pulu Mosque(普鲁寺)in Xianfeng, Hongguoying Mosque(红果营寺)in Gongshan, Tangzida Mosque(塘子大寺)and Yilong Mosque(易隆寺)in Tangzi, Luchongda Mosque(鲁冲大寺)in Hekou, Beiying Mosque(北营清真大寺)in Rende and Zhonggucheng Mosque(中古城清真寺)are some famous mosques built in the Ming dynasty.
The architectural style of mosques are quite different from ancient to modern times. The layout of the prayer hall in ancient mosques is similar to that of imperial palaces. The minaret is mostly pavilion-style attic made up of several floors. However , the modern mosques are mostly a combination of Chinese and Western style of architecture with Arabic characteristics, such as green domes, spire topped with the crescent moon and star. The doors and windows of many ancient mosques still have beautiful carvings on the pavilions. Most of them are vivid landscape paintings of the kingdom of birds, reflecting the integration of the cultures of Han and Hui people.
The construction of mosques in Xundian has seen both flourishing periods and significant challenges over its 700-year history. During the Yuan and Ming dynasties, mosque construction reached its peak, with 48 mosques recorded by the end of the Ming dynasty. The early Qing period saw further development, but the late Qing period brought destruction due to the “Xiantong Rebellion,” which nearly wiped out the Hui population and destroyed all mosques. Reconstruction began gradually in the late Qing and early Republic of China periods.
Following the establishment of the People’s Republic of China, the government’s policies of equality and mutual assistance allowed for the restoration of 63 mosques (including those transferred to other counties). Unfortunately, during the Anti-Rightist Movement in 1958 and the Cultural Revolution, many mosques were closed, repurposed, or demolished, and religious activities went underground.
Over the past 30 years of reform and opening up, the government’s policies have protected and respected religious beliefs, leading to the reopening and reconstruction of mosques. More than 20 new mosques have been built to meet the growing needs of the Muslim community.
三、List of Mosques in Xundian County
序号 | 所在乡、镇 | 场所名称 | 详细地址 | 始建年代 |
1 | 河
口 乡 |
鲁冲清真寺 | 鲁冲村委会鲁冲村 | 元代 |
2 | 长房子清真寺 | 鲁冲村委会长房子村 | 新建 | |
3 | 小龙潭清真寺 | 鲁冲村委会小龙潭村 | 新建 | |
4 | 浪泥坪清真寺 | 化桃箐村委会浪泥坪 | 明代 | |
5 | 新坪清真寺 | 化桃箐村委会新坪村 | 新建 | |
6 | 金
源 |
甸岗清真寺 | 金源村委会甸岗村 | 明代 |
7 | 安丰清真寺 | 安丰村委会安丰村 | 明代 | |
8 | 根恩清真寺 | 安丰村委会根恩村 | 新建 | |
9 | 石窝铺清真寺 | 沧溪村委会石窝铺村 | 清代 | |
10 | 甸沙 | 洒井清真寺 | 甸沙村委会洒井村 | 明代 |
11 | 功
山 镇 |
甸头清真寺 | 甸头村委会甸头小村 | 清代 |
12 | 菜地清真寺 | 菜地村村委会小新村 | 明代 | |
13 | 红果营清真寺 | 三保村委会红果营村 | 元代 | |
14 | 大水塘清真寺 | 三保村委会大水塘村 | 明代 | |
15 | 丫口塘清真寺 | 三保村委会丫口塘村 | 明代 | |
16 | 柯
渡 镇 |
甸头清真寺 | 丹桂村委会甸头村 | 明代 |
17 | 凤鸣清真寺 | 丹桂村委会甸头村 | 明代 | |
18 | 丹桂清真寺 | 丹桂村委会丹桂村 | 明代 | |
19 | 柯渡街清真寺 | 柯渡村委会柯渡街 | 明代 | |
20 | 回辉村清真寺 | 柯渡村委会回辉村 | 明代 | |
21 | 凹椅子清真寺 | 新村村委会凹椅子村 | 明代 | |
22 | 庵上清真寺 | 新村村委会庵上村 | 明代 | |
23 | 虎街清真寺 | 新村村委会虎街子村 | 清代 | |
24 | 新村清真寺 | 新村村委会新村 | 明代 | |
25 | 磨腮清真寺 | 磨腮村委会磨腮村 | 明代 | |
26 | 马庄清真寺 | 磨腮村委会马庄村镇 | 明代 | |
27 | 落塘清真寺 | 新沙村委会落塘村 | 明代 | |
28 | 古城清真寺 | 新庄村委会古城村 | 明代 | |
29 | 大村清真寺 | 新庄村委会大村 | 新建 | |
30 | 下村清真寺 | 新村村委下村 | 新建 | |
31 | 背水箐清真寺 | 磨腮村委会背水箐村 | 新建 | |
32 | 中村清真寺 | 新庄村委会中村 | 明代 | |
33 | 先
锋 乡 |
石洞门清真寺 | 普鲁村委会石洞门村 | 新建 |
34 | 鲁支本清真寺 | 窑上村委会鲁支本村 | 清代 | |
35 | 姚家村清真寺 | 鲁土村委会姚家村 | 清代 | |
36 | 墩子清真寺 | 富鲁村委会墩子村 | 清代 | |
37 | 松树地清真寺 | 富鲁村委会松树地村 | 清代 | |
38 | 富尔阁清真寺 | 富鲁村委会富尔阁村 | 明代 | |
39 | 且卖姑清真寺 | 普鲁村委会且卖姑村 | 明代 | |
40 | 普鲁清真寺 | 普鲁村委会普鲁村 | 明代 | |
41 | 石头地清真寺 | 普鲁村委会石头地村 | 新建 | |
42 | 七
星 乡 |
赵回上村清真寺 | 江外村委会赵回上村 | 明代 |
43 | 赵回下村清真寺 | 腊味村委会赵回下村 | 明代 | |
44 | 袜笼清真寺 | 江格村委会袜笼村 | 清代 | |
45 | 江格清真寺 | 江格村委会江格村 | 清代 | |
46 | 仁
德 镇 |
北营清真寺 | 学府村委会北营街 | 明代 |
47 | 玉屏清真寺 | 南钟村委会玉屏村 | 明代 | |
48 | 海子屯清真寺 | 建设村委会海子屯村 | 新建 | |
49 | 新发村清真寺 | 北观村委会新发村 | 清代 | |
50 | 新村清真寺 | 和平村委会新村 | 明代 | |
51 | 白家村清真寺 | 和平村委会白家村 | 明代 | |
52 | 中古城清真寺 | 中桥村委会中古城村 | 明代 | |
53 | 下古城清真寺 | 中桥村委会下古城村 | 明代 | |
54 | 蛤蟆塘清真寺 | 中桥村委会蛤蟆塘村 | 明代 | |
55 | 三眼井清真寺 | 北观村委会三眼井村 | 新建 | |
56 | 雨布村清真寺 | 中桥村委会雨布村 | 明代 | |
57 | 塘
子 镇 |
塘子清真寺 | 塘子村委会塘子村 | 明代 |
58 | 石头嘴清真寺 | 塘子村委会石头嘴村 | 明代 | |
59 | 小华坡清真寺 | 塘子村委会小华坡村 | 新建 | |
60 | 小横山清真寺 | 塘子村委会小横山村 | 清代 | |
61 | 西山村清真寺 | 塘子村委会西山村 | 新建 | |
62 | 聂鼠笼清真寺 | 云集村委会聂鼠笼村 | 新建 | |
63 | 易隆清真寺 | 易隆村委会易隆村 | 明代 | |
64 | 金
所 乡 |
栽开清真寺 | 泽铁村委会栽开村 | 明代 |
65 | 白家哨清真寺 | 天生桥村委会白家哨村 | 明代 | |
66 | 马嘎清真寺 | 新田村委会马嘎村 | 新建 | |
67 | 羊
街 镇 |
黄土坡清真寺 | 羊街镇黄土坡村 | 明代 |
68 | 三元庄清真寺 | 羊街镇三元庄村 | 明代 | |
69 | 新街清真寺 | 羊街镇新街村 | 新建 | |
70 | 纳郎清真寺 | 羊街镇纳郎村 | 明代 | |
71 | 花箐哨清真寺 | 清水沟村委会花箐哨村 | 新建 | |
72 | 羊街清真寺 | 羊街镇村委会羊街村 | 新建 | |
73 | 甜荞地清真寺 | 甜荞地村委会甜荞地村 | 明代 | |
74 | 凤
仪 乡 |
昔卡里清真寺 | 集城村委会昔卡里村 | 新建 |
75 | 小书米丹清真寺 | 集城村委会小书米丹村 | 明代 | |
76 | 西山村清真寺 | 集城村委会西山村 | 明代 | |
77 | 落锁清真寺 | 积水村委会落锁村 | 明代 | |
78 | 积水塘清真寺 | 积水村委会积水塘村 | 新建 | |
79 | 的哩卡清真寺 | 积水村委会的哩卡村 | 新建 | |
80 | 集宝清真寺 | 发来古村委会集宝古村 | 明代 | |
81 | 大双岭清真寺 | 牛街村委大双岭村 | 新建 | |
82 | 白燕找清真寺 | 积水村委会北燕找村 | 新建 |
Mosque education in Xundian began during the Ming Dynasty and continues to this day. Schools are either run independently by a single mosque or collectively by several mosques. The curriculum includes both Arabic and Chinese studies, divided into three stages: primary, secondary, and higher education. For example, Beiying Mosque in Rende Town once ran a university and a complete Arabic-Chinese primary school.
Primary education in mosques includes short-term classes such as early morning and night reading sessions. The courses cover:
Secondary education requires students to:
Higher education involves learning the Five Great Books:
Upon mastering these texts, students can graduate and become called Ahongs (Imams), capable of leading the community.
The most notable period of mosque education in Xundian was during the Republic of China in 1925. The Xundian Islamic Progress Association President Zhang Lianfang and Imam Ma Chongzhi founded the Huisheng Arabic-Chinese School. They hired the renowned Ahong Ma Weihai (1895-1983) as the head teacher, with Zhang Lianfang serving as the principal and teaching Chinese.
These mosques offer elementary classes, Quran recitation classes, and student holiday training sessions to popularize classical knowledge and enhance religious faith.
Despite these challenges, mosque education in Xundian has seen progress over the past two decades, contributing to the preservation and dissemination of Islamic and ethnic culture.
Location: Yuping Mosque is situated on Yuping Street in Rende Town, Xundian County, Kunming City, Yunnan Province.
Yuping Mosque dates back to the early Ming Dynasty, initially constructed to serve the local Muslim community. Over time, the mosque faced challenges due to its low-lying location and aging structures, which eventually became inadequate for religious activities. In 1934, local dignitaries, led by Bao Ruqi, initiated efforts to rebuild the mosque. Through fundraising initiatives, the old mosque was demolished, and reconstruction efforts were completed in 1937.
The mosque features:
After 1958, the main hall of Yuping Mosque was repurposed for use by production teams, reflecting the changes during that period. However, in 1987, significant funding from the county government facilitated a major restoration project. This restoration involved demolishing the original wooden minaret and constructing a new 13-room Arabic-style prayer hall, characterized by a distinctive crescent and star roof design. Despite these renovations, efforts were made to maintain the mosque’s original architectural appearance.
The County Islamic Association is currently housed within Yuping Mosque, continuing to play a vital role in serving the spiritual and community needs of the local Muslim population in Xundian County.
Yuping Mosque stands as a testament to the enduring cultural heritage and religious devotion of the Muslim community in Xundian County, Kunming City, Yunnan Province.
Chinese Name:百家哨清真寺
English Name: Baijiao Mosque
Address: Baijiao Mosque is located in Baijiao Village, Tianshengqiao Village Committee, Jinsuo Township, Xundian County, Kunming, Yunnan Province.
Baijiao Mosque, originally constructed in the 13th year of the Ming Jiajing era (1534), was founded by the village leader Ma Mengpeng and local villagers. It is situated on the western side of the village, with a clear spring located over a hundred meters behind the mosque. Adjacent to the spring is a pond named Laozha Pond. The mosque originally owned 6 mu (approximately 0.4 hectares) of paddy fields that were irrigated by the spring. In front of the mosque, verdant bamboo forests thrive, surrounded by distant mountains, creating a tranquil and picturesque environment with lush greenery, birdsong, and fragrant flowers.
During the sixth year of the Qing Xianfeng era, the mosque was destroyed by Qing soldiers. It was relocated to the rear of the village and rebuilt in the early years of the Republic of China, consisting of a main hall with three rooms and north and south side rooms, each with two rooms. In early 1958, it was demolished, and in 1979, a rudimentary new main hall with three rooms was built in the village. In 1986, north and south side rooms, bathing rooms, and a walled gate were added. By 2003, the old hall was demolished, and a new three-story reinforced concrete structure was expanded with a green dome and a 22.8-meter high spire.
The facade of the mosque is adorned with three golden-bronze characters “朝真殿” (Chaozhen Hall), shining brightly under the sunlight, presenting a magnificent sight. The mosque covers an area of 536 square meters and required an investment of approximately 200,000 yuan. Currently, it is well managed by the mosque committee, with regular activities and even a kindergarten operating within its premises, attended by over 20 Hui and Han children.
Baijiao Mosque stands as a testament to the enduring cultural heritage and community spirit of Baijiao Village in Yunnan Province.
Tangzi Mosque (塘子清真寺) is a local mosque with a long history in Xundian, where Located in Tangzi Village, Tangzi Town, Xundian County, Yunnan Province. It was built in the early Ming Dynasty and is a typical example of the Sinicization of Islam, which can be fully reflected from its strong traditional Chinese architectural style. The whole building system consists of a single building to form a courtyard, and then the courtyard as a unit to form a layout of one into two courtyards, there are more than 40 true hall, call worship building, sutra hall and other ancillary rooms.
Tangzi Mosque, also known as Tangzi Qingzhen Temple, is located in Tangzi Village, Tangzi Town, Xundian County. It was originally constructed during the mid-Ming Dynasty and later rebuilt during the reign of Emperor Qianlong in the Qing Dynasty. The mosque complex includes an Islamic study hall, a minaret, a main prayer hall, auxiliary buildings, and a kitchen, comprising more than 50 rooms.
Historical Events: In the 9th year of the Republic of China (1920), Tangzi Village experienced bandit raids that resulted in the mosque being burnt down. Local villagers raised funds by selling over 10 acres of temple land to finance its reconstruction, which began in 1923 (Republic of China year 12) and was completed in 1927 (Republic of China year 16). In 1937 (Republic of China year 26), a grand entrance gate with a stone arch was added to the main temple. The mosque’s facade features five minarets with a three-story base, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship and grandeur. The eaves of the main prayer hall are adorned with intricate carvings of flowers and birds, highlighting its significant artistic value.
Artistic Significance: Above the main hall, three large plaques were hung: “Promoting Education and Nation Building,” presented by Bai Chongxi, Minister of Military Training of the Republic of China in 1944 (Republic of China year 33); “Unique and Excellent,” presented by Lieutenant General Ma Yong in 1941 (Republic of China year 30); and “Myriad Uniqueness,” presented by Major General Ma Boliang in 1941 (Republic of China year 30). During the Republic of China era, the mosque served as the meeting place for the Islamic Progress Association and the Islamic Salvation Association branch, and it hosted the Awen Girls’ School.
Post-1958: Religious activities ceased after 1958, and the mosque was repurposed. In 1982, the county government allocated funds for its restoration, transforming it into a religious site for the Muslim community in Tangzi Village.
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Tangzi Mosque stands as a testament to the enduring cultural and historical significance of Islam in Xundian County, Yunnan Province.
Chinese Name: 丘北县制球厂清真寺
English Name: Zhiqiuchang Mosque in Qiubei County, Wenshan
Keywords: Zhiqiuchang Mosque, Qiubei County tour, Hui nationality
Location: Located in Zhiqiu, Qiubei County, Wenshan Zhuang and Miao Prefecture, Yunnan Province
Admission Fee: Free
Opening Hours: All day
Zhiqiuchang Mosque is situated in Zhiqiu, Qiubei County, Yunnan Province, within the Wenshan Zhuang and Miao Autonomous Prefecture. It serves as a religious and cultural center for the local Hui community.
Established in 1991, Zhiqiuchang Mosque covers an area of 133 square meters. The Worship Hall, a two-story concrete building, spans 60 square meters. The mosque accommodates 24 families totaling 83 people from the Hui ethnic group, adhering to the Qadim sect (格迪目). It houses 30 copies of the Quran, essential for Islamic studies and worship.
Zhiqiuchang Mosque exemplifies the religious and cultural heritage of the Hui people in Qiubei County. It provides a space for community gatherings, religious ceremonies, and educational activities centered around Islamic teachings.
Zhiqiuchang Mosque stands as a symbol of faith and community for the Hui people in Qiubei County. Its modest yet dignified structure reflects the values and traditions cherished by the local Muslim population.
Chinese Name: 丘北旧城清真寺
English Name: Jiucheng Mosque in Qiubei County, Wenshan
Keywords: Jiucheng Mosque attractions, tour to the Mosque, Hui people’s culture
Location: Located in Jinpin Town, Qiubei County, Wenshan Zhuang and Miao Autonomous Prefecture
Admission Fee: Free
Opening Hours: All day
Jiucheng Mosque is situated in Jinpin Town, Qiubei County, within the Wenshan Zhuang and Miao Autonomous Prefecture. The mosque holds historical significance as the destination where Hui people resettled after migrating to Dazhuang village in 1845.
Built in 1988, Jiucheng Mosque spans an area of 1200 square meters. The Worship Hall, a masonry-timber-structure palace, covers 400 square meters. Within its premises, there are 185 families totaling 917 Hui people who practice Islam. The mosque is supported by 14 imams, including 1 head imam. It houses four copies of the Quran, central to Islamic worship and study.
Jiucheng Mosque serves not only as a place of worship but also as a cultural hub for the local Hui community. It reflects the resilience and traditions of the Hui people, showcasing their architectural and religious practices.
Jiucheng Mosque stands as a testament to the enduring faith and cultural heritage of the Hui people in Qiubei County. Its serene atmosphere and architectural beauty offer visitors a unique window into Islamic traditions within Yunnan Province.
Chinese Name: 嵩明县大营清真寺
English Name: Daying Mosque in Songming County
Keywords: Daying Mosque, Songming County, Hui nationality, mosque construction
Location: Daying Township, Songming County, Yunnan Province
The Daying Mosque was originally constructed in the first year of the Xianfeng era (1851). It is situated in Daying Township, Songming County, Yunnan Province. The mosque has undergone multiple reconstructions due to various events, including being destroyed by war. Significant reconstruction efforts took place in:
The mosque now spans an area of 1,500 square meters, with the main hall covering 200 square meters. The complex includes scripture classrooms and bathing facilities on the south side of the courtyard, providing a clean and tranquil environment. The main hall features wooden plaques inscribed with Chinese characters, such as “Promote Religion and Build the Nation” (兴教建国), “Sincerity Never Ceases” (至诚无息), and “Ancient Religion Opens Heaven” (开天古教).
The Daying Mosque is designed in the traditional Chinese palace architectural style. The mosque’s entrance is a pagoda-style pavilion, and the main hall is hexagonal, presenting a majestic appearance. The unique design of the crescent moon tower adds to the mosque’s charm.
The mosque serves a community of 730 households, totaling 3,400 people, all of whom are Hui nationality adherents of the Gedimu (格迪目) sect. The mosque employs 2 administrative staff (学董), 3 imams (阿訇), and 13 manias (满拉). The mosque houses 4 Arabic classic texts. Notable Hajj pilgrims from this community include Zhang Chaopin and others.
Daying Mosque stands as a symbol of resilience and unity within the Hui Muslim community in Songming County. Its architectural beauty and historical significance make it a notable landmark in the region.
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