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Phoenix Mosque
Introducing Phoenix Mosque
Phoenix Mosque is located in Hangzhou. Phoenix Mosque is one of the four great mosques of China. With origins dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907), the mosque is a remarkable symbol of the region’s rich Islamic heritage. Despite numerous reconstructions and renovations over the centuries, it continues to stand as a testament to its historical and cultural significance.
Phoenix Mosque is renowned for its unique hipped roofs that bear a striking resemblance to the wings of a phoenix in motion, hence earning its distinctive name. It exemplifies the seamless integration of Islamic architectural elements with local Chinese styles, reflecting the period when Islam was first introduced to China.
Phoenix Mosque Fast Facts
• Chinese Name: Fenghuangsi 凤凰寺
• Best Time to Visit: All year around
• Recommended Visiting Hours: About 1 hour
• Things to Do: Photography, Muslim Cultural Study, Architecture
• Opening Hours: Daily, Fajr to Isha (Muslims); 8:00 – 19:00 (general public).
• Entrance Fee: Free
• Address: No.227, Zhongshan North Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province
What to expect at Phoenix Mosque
The Phoenix Mosque is uniquely designed with an east-facing entrance directly leading to the qibla and mihrab, making it the oldest mosque known for this layout. The qibla area features a central octagonal dome flanked by two hexagonal domes adorned with Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) paintings depicting flowers, mountains, animals, and rivers in symmetrical floral motifs.
Transitioning into the prayer hall, the domes are decorated with honeycomb and tiered plaster designs resembling muqarnas in Islamic architecture. The brick construction of the prayer hall stands as the mosque’s oldest surviving structure. Moreover, the fusion of Chinese and Islamic architectural styles is evident through the use of corner bracketing typical of Chinese temples and a row of three domes.
Visiting the mosque offers a profound opportunity to delve into its design, reflecting a rich history and cultural exchange, providing an enriching experience for all who explore its architectural beauty.
The Steles and Tombstones
The mosque’s history is documented on steles within the complex, confirming its historical names, date of construction, destruction and subsequent rebuilding. Additionally, the mosque houses 21 Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) tombstones inscribed in Arabic and Persian, commemorating military, religious, and merchant figures with dates from different calendars. This multicultural representation reflects the cosmopolitan nature of Mongol rule, showcasing a thriving Muslim community with elegantly inscribed tombstones created by skilled artisans and poets from Hangzhou.
How to get to Phoenix Mosque
• Take bus No. 7, 34, 108, 188 or 308 and get off at Yaojiang Guangsha Station. Then walk to the mosque.
Additional travel advice on Phoenix Mosque
• Admittance to the Prayer Hall is limited to Muslims only.
• Please respect the Muslim traditions and customs in the Mosque.
• Please dress appropriately. Men and women should wear clothes with long sleeves and long pants. Don’t wear shorts.
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