Järvenpää Mosque, Islamic place of worship in Järvenpää, Finland
Järvenpää Mosque is a place of prayer in Järvenpää with separate prayer halls for men and women, featuring traditional Islamic architectural elements. Located at Poeytaealhonkuja 4, the building includes a minaret and spaces designed for religious observance.
The building was collectively funded and constructed by the Finnish Tatar community during the 1940s as their religious center. It became an important landmark representing the community's presence and commitment to their faith in Finland.
This mosque serves as a gathering place for the Finnish Tatar community, where members maintain their religious practices and cultural traditions. Families come here to stay connected to their heritage and participate in community events.
It is best to contact the mosque administration in advance to arrange a visit and to know what to expect. Visitors should wear modest clothing and remove their shoes before entering prayer areas.
This building was the first to include a minaret constructed in the Nordic countries, marking a historical milestone for Islamic architecture in the region. Few visitors know about this early architectural achievement in Scandinavia.
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