Xiadui Mosque in Dali

Xiadui Mosque (下兑清真寺) is a traditional-style mosque located in Dali City, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture (大理白族自治州大理市), approximately 80 meters northwest of Xiadui Primary School. The mosque reflects classic Chinese architectural layout combined with Islamic design elements. It serves as an active place of worship for the local Muslim community and exemplifies the unique religious architectural style of western Yunnan (滇西).

The mosque is easily accessible by car or public transport, and nearby facilities include vehicle charging stations, halal restaurants, and a mosque administrative committee office.

Location and Surroundings

Address: 100 meters west along Xiadui Road, North Gate entrance, Dali City (大理市下兑公路西100米，北门入口)

Nearby Facilities:

  • Mosque Administrative Committee (170 meters northwest)

  • Halal Restaurants: Duixiangyuan (兑香苑), Qingzhen Hailari·Xingnongyuan (清真海拉里·兴农园)

  • Vehicle Charging: Youlai Electric Charging Station with on-site car charging points

Architectural Features

Xiadui Mosque features a traditional Chinese layout, including the main prayer hall, gate tower, and side rooms. Its design merges Islamic geometric motifs with local wooden construction techniques, creating a distinctive style representative of western Yunnan religious architecture.

Prayer Hall: Single-eave Xieshan-style roof

Doors and Windows: Incorporate arch-shaped designs inspired by the Kaaba in Mecca, giving the mosque a unique spiritual and cultural identity

Visiting Information

Opening Hours: Visitors are advised to check in advance, as there is no publicly listed schedule

Transportation:

  • From Dali Old Town, drive along the Dali Line for about 3.8 km, then turn onto S221; total travel time approximately 30 minutes

Suggested Visit: For a more immersive experience, visitors can combine the visit with a trip to the Hui cultural heritage street on Wenming Street (文明街), about 15 minutes by car from Xiaguan Mosque (下关清真寺), where they can explore local halal cuisine and historic residences such as the Shajia Courtyard (沙家大院)