Xiaotaoyuan Mosque
小桃园清真寺 · 황푸구
mosque in Huangpu, Shanghai, China
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Xiaotaoyuan Mosque
Welcome to the Xiaotaoyuan Mosque, a serene sanctuary of faith nestled within the bustling urban landscape of Shanghai. As we stand here, we are at the spiritual center for the city's Muslim community and a significant landmark…
Listen in the app2The Main Prayer Hall and the Green Dome
The centerpiece of the Xiaotaoyuan Mosque is the Main Prayer Hall, a two-story structure crowned by a magnificent green dome. This dome, visible from the surrounding streets, is a symbol of Islamic identity in the heart of…
Listen in the app3The Female Mosque: A Tradition of Inclusion
A unique feature of the Xiaotaoyuan complex is the separate Female Mosque, located to the north of the main prayer hall. China has a long and rare tradition of 'Nusi' or women's mosques, which are often led by female imams. …
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The Xiaotaoyuan Mosque houses a significant library and archive, which serve as a repository for Islamic knowledge in China. Much like the Potala Palace contains a 'vast collection of sacred texts,' this library holds rare…
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The courtyard of the Xiaotaoyuan Mosque is a vital 'open, inclusive' space where the community gathers for festivals and daily interactions. From here, you have an 'unobstructed view' of the minaret, from which the Adhan (call to…
Listen in the app6The Halal Food Street: A Taste of the Silk Road
Immediately surrounding the Xiaotaoyuan Mosque is a vibrant neighborhood known for its 'decent Halal restaurants' and butcheries. This 'Halal food street' is a sensory delight, where the smells of 'grilled lamb,' 'lamb soup,' and…
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As the headquarters of the Shanghai Islamic Association, Xiaotaoyuan Mosque plays a central role in the 'official version' of religious life in the city. The association is responsible for managing religious affairs, organizing…
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As we conclude our tour of the Xiaotaoyuan Mosque, I hope you have found this 'journey of contrast and inspiration' to be 'something to remember'. We have explored the 'spiritual core' of the main hall, the unique tradition of…
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What is Xiaotaoyuan Mosque?
Xiaotaoyuan Mosque is a place in 황푸구 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 황푸구 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 31.2207, 121.4896 |
| Last updated |
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