Taiyuan Ancient Mosque


The Taiyuan Ancient Mosque is a mosque in Xinghualing District, in Taiyuan City, in the Shanxi province of China.

Overview

The mosque was originally called the Qingxiu Mosque and was established in the 8th century CE during the Tang dynasty. It then went several renovations and reconstructions after 11th century. The existing building was mainly built during the Ming dynasty.
The mosque has the traditional Chinese architectural style and consists of two sahns. The main buildings include the gate, prayer hall, sermon hall, decorated archway, wudu, etc. The prayer hall combines the traditional Chinese and Islamic architectural styles.

Transportation

The mosque is accessible west from Taiyuan Railway Station.