Fayuan Mosque
Mosque in Xicheng, Beijing, China
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The Fayuan Mosque (Chinese: 法源清真寺; pinyin: Fǎyuán Qīngzhēnsì), also known as Dewai Mosque or Dewai Guanxiang Mosque, is a mosque in Xicheng District, Beijing, China.
StatusActive
| Fayuan Mosque | |
|---|---|
法源清真寺 | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Sunni Islam |
| Ecclesiastical or organisational status | Mosque |
| Status | Active |
| Location | |
| Location | Xicheng, Beijing |
| Country | China |
  Location of the mosque in Beijing | |
 Interactive map of Fayuan Mosque | |
| Coordinates | 39°57′7.2″N 116°22′48.8″E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Mosque |
| Style | |
| Completed | c. 17th century |
| Specifications | |
| Capacity | 300 worshipers |
| Site area | 4,000 m2 (43,000 sq ft) |
History
The mosque was constructed during the late Ming Dynasty. In 2003, the mosque underwent renovation which costed CN¥8 million, funded by Xicheng District Government; and was then officially reopened to the public in September 2007.[1]
Architecture
The mosque has a capacity of 300 worshipers located on a 4,000-square-metre (43,000 sq ft) site. It was designed with a mixture of Chinese and Islamic architecture.[1][2]
Transportation
The mosque is accessible within walking distance northeast of Jishuitan Station of Beijing Subway.
