East Great Mosque in Jining, Historical mosque in Jining, China.

The East Great Mosque in Jining is a religious complex that combines Chinese architectural traditions with Islamic design principles. The building features open courtyards, wooden framework, and tiled roofs arranged in a way typical of Chinese temples adapted for Islamic worship.

The mosque was first built during the Hongwu era of the Ming dynasty, expanded in 1459 (the third year of Tianshun), and enlarged again under the Kangxi emperor. In 1770, the 35th year of Qianlong, it was rebuilt by imperial order. The complex was listed as a National Key Cultural Relic Protection Unit in 2006.

The mosque stands on the west bank of the old Grand Canal on Shanghexi Street in Rencheng District. Its name, East Great Mosque, pairs it with the city's other historic mosques, and the complex includes a lecture hall and a water room for ablutions, so washing and study take place alongside prayer.

Visitors should dress modestly and be aware of prayer times before visiting, as access may be limited during worship services. It is helpful to check local conditions beforehand since the building remains an active place of worship for the community.

The main hall, 28 metres wide and over 40 metres deep, joins three parts: a rolled-roof porch, a front hall with a single-eaved hip-and-gable roof, and a three-storey rear chamber. The complex faces east across the old canal, and its prayer hall rises 30 metres.