Altyn Mosque, Islamic prayer center in Yarkant County, China
The Altyn Mosque stands with painted ceilings and traditional Islamic architectural elements in the heart of Xinjiang's Yarkant County at coordinates 38.415833, 77.254444.
The mosque grounds include the tomb of poet Amannisa Khan, who lived from 1526 to 1560 as the wife of a local Khan during the region's prominence.
The religious structure maintains its role as an active Sunni Islamic center where the local Muslim population gathers for prayers and religious ceremonies.
The mosque complex includes access to a cemetery containing the tombs of Yarkand Khans, with designated areas for visitors to explore the historical grounds.
The mosque features intricate ceiling paintings that demonstrate the fusion of Islamic art with regional decorative traditions of Xinjiang.
Location: Xinjiang
Location: Kashgar Prefecture
Location: Yarkant County
Address: 新疆维吾尔自治区莎车县
GPS coordinates: 38.41583,77.25444
Latest update: March 4, 2025 20:33
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