Chesham Mosque, Islamic center in Chesham, England.
Chesham Mosque is a place of worship in Buckinghamshire with separate prayer halls for men and women, accommodating around 500 and 200 worshippers respectively. The building also includes facilities for ritual ablutions and spaces dedicated to religious education.
Construction of the building began in early 2004, replacing two converted houses that had previously served as prayer spaces. This new facility marked an important development for the community seeking a dedicated place for their religious practices.
The mosque serves as a gathering place for the local Muslim community to pray and participate in religious observances. It provides space for people to practice their faith together and maintain spiritual connections.
The site follows daily prayer times that change with the seasons, beginning with Fajr in the early morning and ending with Isha in the evening. Visitors should plan their arrival times according to these prayer schedules and be prepared to respect local customs.
The building was entirely funded through community donations rather than external grants or institutional support. This shows the strong commitment of local people who worked together to make this project possible.
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