Caoqiao Mosque
# Caoqiao Mosque

The Caoqiao Mosque or Grass Bridge Mosque (simplified Chinese: 草桥清真寺; traditional Chinese: 草橋清真寺; pinyin: Cǎoqiáo Qīngzhēnsì) is a mosque in Qinhuai District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China.

## History

The mosque was originally constructed during the Qianlong Emperor rule of Qing Dynasty. Since then, the mosque has been reconstructed and removed several times.

## Architecture

The mosque was built with traditional Chinese architecture style. It consists of main prayer hall, teaching room, ablution room and wing room.

## Activities

The mosque houses the headquarters of Chinese Hui Religion Association (Chinese: 中国回教联合会) which was established in 1912.

## Transportation

The mosque is accessible within walking distance west of Zhangfuyuan Station of Nanjing Metro.

