This is one of the largest premodern mosques in China. Although the mosque was allegedly first built in the year 742 AD, its current form was largely constructed in 1384 AD during Emperor Hongwu’s reign of the Ming dynasty. The Great Mosque was also added to the UNESCO Islamic Heritage List in 1985.
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Sadly, over the years China has removed domes and minarets from mosques. And according to the Guardian and the use of satellite imagery, “since 2017, an estimated 30% of mosques had been demolished, and another 30% damaged in some way, including the removal of architectural features such as minarets or domes.” Many Uyghurs in China have also face detainment and oppressive regimes.
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Head to our bio to read ‘The Uyghur Diaspora: “Anything We Do to Keep Our Culture Alive Is a Form of Resistance…”’ by Hana Manadath
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Selina Bakkar
I'm a simply striving to be better and improve in different areas of my life through more self awareness, experiences and learning more about the deen. You'll find me talking about community, connection, planting & growing, seeking the truth in an age of propaganda and misinformation. This year I want to document more to do with food heritage and history so watch this space or reach out. Have a listen to the Amaliah Voices podcast where I talk passionately about Islam, nature, motherhooding and back home. Link in bio peeps. To join the Amaliah Writer Community email me at selina@amaliah.com IG: SelinaBakkar
