Caoqiao Mosque

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Caoqiao Mosque
草桥清真寺
File:Caoqiao Mosque in Nanjing 02 2012-02.JPG
Basic information
Location No. 26-32, Ganyu Lane, Qinhuai, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
Affiliation Sunni Islam
Architectural description
Architectural type Mosque

The Caoqiao Mosque (Chinese: 草桥清真寺; pinyin: Cǎoqiáo Qīngzhēnsì) is a mosque in Qinhuai District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China.

History

The mosque was originally constructed during the Qianlong Emperor rule of Qing Dynasty. Since then, the mosque has been reconstructed and removed several times.[1]

Architecture

The mosque was built with traditional Chinese architecture style. It consists of main prayer hall, teaching room, ablution room and wing room.[2]

Transportation

The mosque is accessible within walking distance west of Zhangfuyuan Station of Nanjing Metro.

See also

References

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