Shanxiang Mosque
Mosque in Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China
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The Shanxiang Mosque (Chinese: 山巷清真寺; pinyin: Shānxiàng Qīngzhēnsì) is a mosque in Runzhou District, Zhenjiang City, in the Jiangsu province of China.[1]
StatusActive
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山巷清真寺 | |
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| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Sunni Islam |
| Ecclesiastical or organisational status | Mosque |
| Status | Active |
| Location | |
| Location | Runzhou, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu |
| Country | China |
  Location of the mosque in Jiangsu | |
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| Coordinates | 32°12′46″N 119°25′56″E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Mosque |
| Style | Chinese |
| Completed | 1662 CE |
| Site area | 2,000 m2 (22,000 sq ft) |
Overview
The mosque was constructed in 1662 CE and had undergone several reconstruction afterwards. In 1903, the mosque established an Islamic school. During the World War II, the mosque served as a refugee camp from the Japanese invasion. Currently, the mosque regularly hold several activities such as Imam training, hold forums, and guest receptions.
Located on a 2,000-square-metre (22,000 sq ft) site, the mosque was built in the traditional Chinese architectural style.
See also
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