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Id Kah Mosque is located in the center of the old city of Kashgar and is one of the largest mosques in the country. There are many magnificent and Islamic buildings in the mosque, which can be visited one by one. And when you witness the five daily prayers outside the mosque, you can see the grand worship scenes and feel the strong religious atmosphere.
Id Kah Mosque is a courtyard-style temple. The main entrance to the east side of the temple is the huge Id Kah Square, which is the landmark of Kashgar. Usually, many people play games in the square. The old man with a long beard and the Uyghur children sit together in the sun by the square. It is very relaxing and the scene is very peaceful.
On the west side of the square is the east gate of the mosque, which is the main gate of Id Kah Mosque. The main gate is a light yellow building, with two minarets next to it. The arc shape is soft and beautiful. A huge plaque with the Arabic Islamic creed is hung on the gate. Many tourists take photos here.
After buying a ticket from the east gate and entering the mosque, you can see the courtyard of the mosque. The courtyard is very large, more than 100 meters long and wide, and many trees are planted, making the entire mosque under the shade of green. It is a rare fresh and comfortable place in the dry Kashgar. There are more than a dozen buildings in the courtyard, including the chapel, the lecture hall, and Gongbeizi. The main color is green, and each one is very Islamic. There are also pools and flowers in the middle. The most important building to visit is the chapel, which is located in the deepest part of the temple. The chapel is more than 100 meters long, with green as the main color. There are more than 100 seven-meter-high green pillars supporting it. The rows of cushions inside are the place for Muslims to worship. When you walk into the inner hall, you can see that there are no statues inside, which also reflects the characteristic of Islam that it does not worship individuals. After walking around the courtyard and visiting the temple buildings, you can return to the east gate and leave.
When visiting Id Kah Mosque, besides viewing the architecture inside the mosque, the most important thing is to witness the grand worship scene. Before each worship, the mosque's radio will play the sound of the adhan, which is distant and ethereal. After that, there will be two to three thousand people worshiping here. Since the mosque cannot accommodate them, many people will perform the ceremony beside the mosque and in the square. The scene is grand and quiet, which shocks people's soul. Every Friday is the Muslim Friday, and the number of worshippers here will reach six to seven thousand or even tens of thousands, which is a very spectacular scene.
In addition, every year during traditional Islamic festivals such as Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr, tens of thousands of Muslim compatriots from near and far will come here to sing and dance to celebrate the festivals. If you happen to be there, you must witness it.
Attractions Location: Jiefang North Road, Kashgar City, Kashgar Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
Tickets:
Regular ticket: RMB 45
Opening hours:
10:30-19:30 (Monday to Sunday, January 1st to December 31st)
14:00 to 16:30 is daily prayer time and is not open to the public
Transportation:
Take bus No. 13, 2, 8, Tourism Line 1 or Tourism Line 2 to Id Kah Station, which is within walking distance.
Time reference: 1-3 hours
Discover the historic Id Kah Mosque, the largest mosque in Xinjiang, along with a stroll through the vibrant old town of Kashgar.
Accommodation/Food: Stay at hotels or guesthouses near the old town, such as the Silk Road Hotel or local inns. Try signature dishes like polo (rice pilaf), lamb skewers, and naan.
Souvenirs: Uyghur textiles, handwoven carpets, local spices, traditional jewelry, and musical instruments available in the bazaars.
Extend your visit to include the famous Sunday Bazaar, one of the largest open-air markets in Central Asia.
Accommodation/Food: Stay near old town or near the Sunday Bazaar area. Sample fresh fruit, nuts, and traditional Uyghur pastries at the market.
Souvenirs: Handmade rugs, dried fruits, local honey, pottery, and embroidered hats.
Combine cultural exploration with a scenic day trip to the stunning Karakul Lake near the Pamir Mountains.
Accommodation/Food: Continue stay in Kashgar hotels. Try mountain lamb and dairy products at Karakul Lake area.
Souvenirs: Felt crafts, Kyrgyz souvenirs, local textiles, and handmade jewelry.
Explore Id Kah Mosque, Old Town, Sunday Bazaar, Karakul Lake, and add a visit to the Apak Hoja Tomb, a significant local shrine.
Accommodation/Food: Stay near old town. Sample Uyghur pilaf, roasted lamb, and traditional bread from local bakeries.
Souvenirs: Hand-painted ceramics, embroidered textiles, local jewelry.
This itinerary includes the core cultural sites and natural scenery around Kashgar.
Accommodation/Food: Stay in Kashgar or Tashkurgan guesthouses. Try local Tajik cuisine, including bread, yogurt, and meat dishes.
Souvenirs: Tajik handicrafts, felt rugs, traditional jewelry.
Add deeper exploration of Kashgar’s cultural fabric with more time for bazaars, museums, and nearby villages.
Accommodation/Food: Kashgar hotels or homestays. Sample Uyghur tea houses and local snacks like samsa and kebabs.
Souvenirs: Pottery, carpets, traditional clothing, local spices.
A full week immersing in Kashgar’s history, culture, bazaars, and the natural beauty of the Pamir Plateau.
Accommodation/Food: Comfortable hotels or guesthouses. Enjoy Uyghur and Tajik cuisine, plus local sweets like dried fruits and nuts.
Souvenirs: Handwoven rugs, musical instruments, embroidered hats, dried fruits, and silk scarves.
The appearance of Id Kah Mosque is attractive enough, and the bright yellow brick walls make people notice this beautiful building from a distance. When we entered the mosque, we happened to meet a tour group and listened to the guide's explanation of what this place is like. Otherwise, we would not be able to feel the extraordinary significance of this mosque in the local area if we just wandered around.
Judging from the specifications of the temple, it can accommodate many people worshipping at the same time. After listening to the tour guide's introduction, I learned that this is the largest mosque in Xinjiang. No wonder it occupies such an important geographical location.
The mosque was first built in 1442 during the Ming Dynasty, when Shaksez Mirza, the ruler of Kashgar, built a mosque here to pray for the souls of his relatives and friends. In 1538, in order to commemorate his late uncle, Wubuli Adbaik expanded the temple and converted it into a large mosque for gatherings. After liberation, special funds were allocated for large-scale repairs in 1983, 1994 and 2011. The mosque is 140 meters long from north to south and 120 meters wide from east to west, covering a total area of 16,800 square meters. It is divided into seven parts: the main hall, the outer hall, the scripture hall, the courtyard, the archway, the minaret and the gate. It is the largest mosque in Xinjiang and one of the famous mosques in China and even in Central Asia.
On the wall of the main hall of the temple hangs a priceless treasure donated to the Id Kah Mosque by the Party Committee and People's Government of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region in 2013 - a pure handmade wool tapestry from Hotan. The tapestry is printed with 56 patterns, and every three pomegranate flowers on the tapestry are connected together, symbolizing the 56 ethnic groups in China holding hands and being closely connected.
The predecessor of Id Kah Mosque was the cemetery of Islamic missionaries. Later, the ruler of Kashgar was also buried here. Later, the descendants built a temple here. Later, after several expansions in 1538, 1787, 1809, etc., Id Kah Mosque has today's scale and was listed in the fifth batch of national key cultural relics protection units in 2001. Id Kah Mosque faces east and is 140 meters long from north to south and 120 meters wide from east to west. The overall building presents a strong ethnic style and religious color. Many poplar trees are planted in the temple, which are dense and lush. Although the temple gate is located in the city center facing Id Kah Square, it has the unique quietness and elegance of a temple. Id Kah Mosque is the gathering place for Muslims in Xinjiang. Nearly 3,000 people come here to worship every day. There are more people coming here to worship during festivals. They will revel and celebrate all night long. Id Kah Mosque has a sacred and inviolable existence in the hearts of Xinjiang Muslims.
Located in Kashgar, Xinjiang, China, Idil Mosque is the largest mosque in Xinjiang and one of the three most influential mosques in Central Asia. Built in 1442, it is the largest Islamic mosque in Xinjiang and even in China. It has a certain influence in religious circles at home and abroad and is a key cultural relic protection unit in the autonomous region. It covers an area of 25.22 acres and is located on the west side of Idil Square in the center of Kashgar. This is an ancient Islamic building complex with a strong ethnic style and religious color. It faces east and is composed of four parts: the temple gate tower, the garden, the scripture hall and the prayer hall.
Id Kah Mosque, as one of the three most influential mosques in Central Asia, is definitely the best in Xinjiang. It is a famous Chinese Islamic mosque located in Id Kah Square in Kashgar, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It is the largest Islamic worship house in Xinjiang and even in China.
This was originally the cemetery of Islamic missionaries left by Qutib ibn Muslim, the Arab general who conquered Central Asia. In 1442, Kashgar King Shaksez Mirza first built a mosque here. In 1538, Kashgar ruler Wubuli Adibaik expanded the temple in memory of his late uncle. In the 16th century, the monarch of the Yarkand Khanate expanded it into a large mosque for Friday prayers. In 1798, Gulirena, a Uyghur Muslim woman from Yingjisha, died in Kashgar on her way to Pakistan. People used her travel expenses to expand the mosque and named it "Id Kah".
Id Kah Mosque was built in 1442 AD, with a history of more than 500 years. It is the largest mosque in Xinjiang and even in China, with great religious influence. Id Kah Mosque is divided into seven parts: inner hall, outer hall, scripture hall, courtyard, archway, minaret and gate. It is said that the functions vary according to the season. In summer, people worship in the outer hall, and in winter, they worship in the inner hall.
When the annual Eid al-Adha arrives, the number of people coming to Id Kah to attend the worship may reach more than 20,000.
"Id Kah" means "festival, happy square". It is located in the center of the old city of Kashgar. In 1442, Kashgar King Shaksez Mirza first built a small mosque on the site of the current prayer hall. In 1538, Kashgar ruler Wubuli Adibaik expanded the temple in memory of his late uncle. In the 16th century, the monarch of the Yarkand Khanate expanded it into a large mosque where Friday prayers could be held. In 1798, Gulirena, a Uyghur Muslim woman from Yingjisha, died in Kashgar on her way to Pakistan. People used her travel expenses to expand the mosque and named it "Id Kah" for the first time. Later, a Uyghur female tycoon Zhuolipiyya Khan continued to donate funds for the expansion and purchased 600 acres of land as temple property. In 1809, Aqimbek Iskandar of Kashgar expanded the mosque, added a gate in the north of the city, and dug an artificial lake and canal in the courtyard. During the Daoguang period of the Qing Dynasty (1821-1850), when the city of Kashgar was expanded, the Id Kah Mosque, which had been outside the city, was enclosed in the city, and was fully repaired and expanded. Various trees were planted to beautify the environment. In 1872, the Kokand invader Yakub Beg ordered a large-scale expansion of the mosque. In addition to adding temple rooms, warm rooms, bathhouses, minarets, and artificial lakes, the temple gate and prayer hall were rebuilt, and the layout of the entire mosque was replanned, forming the scale of today.
Apart from the front door, the interior of the Id Kah Mosque is not very attractive. If you are not a big fan, it is enough to just take some photos at the entrance. It is better to spend more time strolling around the old town.
Kashgar has two cities, one is the old city and the other is the new city. The main streets of the old city almost all lead to the Id Kah Mosque (people in the old city know that the mosque is no longer allowed to hold prayers). On Friday mornings, people can hear the voice of the mosque's mazeng (religious official) standing on the minaret, calling on believers to pray, vibrating in the dawn air and floating across the fields.
But the 45 yuan ticket is really not worth going in to visit, especially if you have visited larger mosques, the Id Kah Mosque will pale in comparison.
Id Kah Mosque is the largest mosque in Xinjiang. Id Kah translated into Chinese means festive and joyful square. This mosque is the symbol of Kashgar. It is said that Kashgar was originally built around this mosque. During every major festival, Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr, local residents sing and dance here, and the scene is extremely spectacular. I didn’t encounter any festivals when I was there. Later, I saw a video posted by a friend in the youth hostel group. The streets were deserted, and everyone gathered together to dance the "Sharma Dance". It is also the place where local people gather to worship every day, and you cannot enter to visit during the worship.
Id Kah Mosque is one of the must-see places in Kashgar. It is located in the city center, connected to the old city of Kashgar and Kashgar People's Square. The mosque is clean and quiet, with lush trees. Because there is no worship service, it seems very quiet.
Also translated as "Id Kah" or "Id Kah", it is located on the west side of Id Kah Square in Kashgar, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It was built in 1442. It is 140 meters long from north to south and 120 meters wide from east to west. It covers a total area of 16,800 square meters. It is divided into seven parts: "Main Hall", "Outer Hall", "Teaching Scripture Hall", "Courtyard", "Arch Baizi", "Minaret", and "Gate". It is not only the largest mosque in Xinjiang, but also one of the largest mosques in the country. It has a certain influence in religious circles at home and abroad and is a key cultural relic protection unit in the autonomous region.
Today after breakfast, I followed the advice of the hotel lobby staff: instead of driving, I took a taxi to the downtown attractions. Kashgar is not a big city, and a taxi generally costs only 8 to 10 yuan. Most drivers are locals who speak Uyghur, but communication is basically smooth. The first stop is Id Kah Mosque.
Located in the center of the old city of Kashgar, Id Kah Mosque is an ancient Islamic building complex with strong ethnic and religious colors, facing east and west. It is a holy place of worship for Muslims in Xinjiang. In previous years of the Eid al-Adha Festival, the mosque was crowded with people inside and outside, and the believers reveled all night long.
Tickets are required to enter the mosque, and photography is not allowed inside the mosque. Female tourists are allowed to visit and enter the hall.
There was no guide at the mosque. It was clean and tidy, with flowers and trees everywhere. The main hall was empty, with only three staff members. We were not allowed to take photos, so we walked around for about ten minutes and left.
As the largest mosque in Xinjiang, it is worth a visit.
It is a very simple and still-in-use mosque. The square in front of the mosque is very large.
It is a symbol of faith. The building, which is more than 500 years old, is well preserved. It enjoys a high status of respect in Central Asian Islam and is the first of the four major mosques in China.
A very small mosque, mainly still in use, the carpet hanging inside is really amazing
Take some photos outside. The ancient city is built around the Id Kah Mosque. There is a fee to enter the interior.
We just passed by the largest mosque in Xinjiang.
I live in the old city, and I go for a walk in the morning and in the evening. The door is always closed, and I sit in the square and watch the people coming and going, feeling very happy.
The largest mosque in Kashgar. You can't go inside during non-prayer time. The building is very beautiful. It is a must-visit place when you come to Kashgar.
Tickets are required, so I didn't go in. I just took some photos outside. The square is beautiful. It's near the old city. There are many food and small commodities around. It's worth a visit. There are many old Xinjiang buildings.
Kashgar's iconic buildings, a must-see when visiting Kashgar.
A very small mosque, very quiet inside with lots of greenery. I came here around 7 o'clock in the morning and happened to meet someone praying. I couldn't help but walk slower as I approached here.
One of the largest mosques in the country. I didn't buy a ticket to visit it, but just looked at it from the outside. At night, the square outside is where the locals relax.
You need to buy a ticket to enter. We went early and there were few tourists. When we went in, there was only a simple courtyard and an empty and tall prayer hall. There were no believers praying inside. Islam is completely unfamiliar to me, and I always have awe for unknown religions. There must be a reason for the doctrine that has been passed down for thousands of years. I wanted to understand the history of this unfamiliar religion and feel the charm of its doctrine from the furnishings, offerings, architecture, and even literary allusions in the temple. Who knew that after a round, except for two huge tapestries with a long history, I didn't see anything else, which was a bit disappointing.
The place for worship inside is quite large and is an attraction with cultural characteristics.
At one end of the main street of the old city of Kashgar, the end is Id Kah Square. There is an ancient building with strong ethnic style and Islamic religious colors - the mosque. This building complex is mainly built with yellow bricks, which is particularly eye-catching in appearance. In addition, white pigeons fly from time to time in the square, and the exotic style is still vividly demonstrated. Visiting this ancient building and listening to the introduction, I learned that Id Kah Mosque has a very high status in the Islamic religion. The majority of people who believe in Islam in China are in Xinjiang, and most of them are in southern Xinjiang. It is recommended to avoid visiting on Fridays as much as possible, because that day is the Islamic Friday, and there will be many believers coming here to worship, which may have some impact.
Taking photos is prohibited in the mosque, but there are free tour guides. There are flocks of pigeons circling in the sky above the square in front of the mosque, and they are not afraid of people. The most impressive thing is the large tapestry on the wall of the main hall, which was presented by the Iranian president when he visited the Id Kah Mosque.
We took photos at the entrance of the mosque and the elderly people basking in the sun in the square
Walking to the central square of the ancient city, the Id Kah Mosque stands tall in the open space. It is the fourth largest mosque in Asia and the largest in China. According to Muslim tradition, there are five prayers a day: morning prayer, noon prayer, afternoon prayer, evening prayer and night prayer. All Muslim men must pray during this time period. The mosque is not open to the public during prayer time. On every "Juma Day" (Friday), there are 6,000 to 7,000 people coming to the mosque for worship, and on festivals, there are 50,000 to 60,000 people. From the mosque to the outer edge of the square, there are huge crowds of people, lined up head to toe.
If you have enough time after visiting the ancient city of Kashgar, it is worth visiting this mosque.
The largest mosque in Xinjiang is quite beautiful. I remember that there will be a nice sister to help you bandage your headscarf after entering. There are many kind grandfathers sitting in front of the door to bask in the sun, with faith illuminating their chests.
Id Kah Mosque is the largest mosque in Xinjiang. Muslims can enter and exit for free, while others can pay 20 yuan per ticket. It is located in the center of the old city, and there are many pigeons in the square.
Small and exquisite, more of a humanistic atmosphere
The architectural art is a fusion of Uyghur and Islamic architecture. The pale yellow exterior walls, elegant arches, exquisite brick patterns, and tall minarets stand quietly in the bright sunlight at noon. The ticket price for the Id Kah Mosque has increased to 45 yuan per person. Although it is the largest mosque in the country, it is actually very small and photography is not allowed.
There are many magnificent and Islamic buildings in the mosque, which can be visited one by one. And when you witness the five daily prayers outside the mosque, you can see the grand worship scenes and feel the strong religious atmosphere.
The rule is that you are not allowed to take photos, and they don’t explain why, but I don’t care. The bricks of the mosque are beautiful.
Although it costs 45 yuan for tickets, the online reviews say it is not worth entering. I was just curious, after all, it is the largest mosque in Xinjiang. There was a prayer before 4 pm, so we were not allowed to enter. After 4 pm, I bought a ticket and queued to enter, but was repeatedly told not to take photos. As it turned out, there was really nothing to take pictures of. The prayer hall was extremely simple, and the entire courtyard was planted with rows of white birch trees. There were no complicated decorative totems or patterns on the building. It was just "plain". If we talk about its high appearance, its facade is exquisite, with delicate Islamic small colored bricks inlaid, bright colors, and flocks of white pigeons in the square. It looks good!
It is said that this mosque is now only used as a tourist attraction. In the past, many believers came here to worship. However, this attraction is also not allowed to take pictures, which is a bit regrettable.
A unique feature of the mosque is a huge Persian carpet, which is said to be a gift from Iran and symbolizes the friendship between China and Iran.
The largest mosque in southern Xinjiang is also the only mosque open to the public. You cannot take photos inside, so please be aware. Compared with the Blue Mosque or Hagia Solomon in Istanbul, the Id Kah Mosque is really a bit simple. But how can faith be measured by visual decoration or scale? The entire Kashgar Old City radiates outward from here. A road away is another part of the old city. No tickets are required to enter the old city from here.
There are no beautiful buildings or decorations, the whole place is very plain. When I went there, it was empty, but there would be many people during church services or festivals.
Right in the center of the old city of Kashgar is the largest mosque in the whole of Xinjiang, which also has considerable influence in the entire Muslim religious community. There is a carpet inside, which the tour guide said was a pomegranate flower, symbolizing the close unity of China's 56 ethnic groups. It seems to be a priceless treasure made with a lot of manpower and time.
Actually, this place is not very beautiful, but the check-in attraction is next to the old town, so let's take a look.
You are not allowed to take photos inside. The ticket is 45. It is not big inside and someone will introduce the history of this place to you.
It is not as high as the Kuqa Grand Mosque. But since it is the "largest mosque in Asia", I still went in to see it. The ticket price is 45 yuan. There is nothing inside, just a neat courtyard and a chapel. There are all confused Han tourists. But I found that there are free lockers on the left side of the entrance, which is suitable for putting down heavy things before continuing to visit.
An ancient Islamic building complex with strong ethnic style and religious colors, located in the center of the old city of Kashgar, is one of the largest mosques in the country.
Id Kah Mosque is a courtyard-style temple. At the main entrance on the east side of the temple is the huge Id Kah Square, which is the landmark of Kashgar City.
You have to take off your shoes when entering the main hall of the mosque. The entire temple is very empty for pilgrims to worship.
It is said that only people of high status and prestige can enter the temple during the pilgrimage. There is nothing much to see in the scenic spot itself. You must have someone to explain and understand the historical background. Otherwise, it is enough to take pictures outside.
For someone like me who has neither a religious background nor cultural knowledge, I just went in, took a look around and came out quickly.
The Id Kah Mosque is the largest mosque in Xinjiang and has a certain influence internationally. A large number of believers come to worship every year.
Id Kah Mosque is the largest mosque in China and holds an important position in the hearts of Muslims. During major festivals, tens of thousands of people come here to worship. Although it looks inconspicuous (compared to some mosques in wealthy countries), it feels a little fresh after walking in. It is really a breath of fresh air among mosques.
There are many magnificent and Islamic buildings in the mosque. It is a pity that photography is not allowed in the mosque. It covers a large area and there are no vendors selling goods. It is a place to purify the soul and concentrate on pilgrimage. You have to take off your shoes when entering the main hall. There are full-time imams inside. On the wall hangs a tapestry that is said to be sent by the former Prime Minister of Iran. The whole temple is very empty, and all places are vacated for pilgrims to worship. It is said that on the day of pilgrimage, only people with high moral character and status can enter the main hall. There is nothing to see at the scenic spot itself. Someone must explain it and understand its historical significance. Otherwise, you can just take pictures outside.
It is the largest mosque in Xinjiang. It doesn't look very big, at least not comparable to the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, but it covers a large area. I didn't go in to see it.
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Taking photos is not allowed in the mosque, and cameras must be kept in a locker outside.
How can we not mention Id Kah Mosque when talking about Kashgar? Some people say that its history may be older than that of Kashgar city. There is a legend in Kashgar that the mosque was built first and then the city, and Kashgar was built around Id Kah Mosque. This is the heart of Kashgar.
There are thousands of mosques in Kashgar, but which one can compare with Id Kah?
Id Kah Mosque is right next to the old city. You need to cross the road through an underground passage. I came here to take pictures while taking a walk. Id Kah Mosque is the "gathering place" for Muslims in Xinjiang. It has a very prominent status. Every day, 2,000 to 3,000 people come here to worship. On Friday afternoon, the number of male Muslims worshipping reaches 6,000 to 7,000. During the annual "Eid al-Adha Festival", 20,000 to 30,000 Muslims from all over Xinjiang come to worship and party all night long.
As a landmark building in the city, Id Kah Mosque is a must-visit place, but now many places are closed and not open to the public, so it seems very deserted when you go in. The ticket is very cheap, 40 yuan, and you can visit it in almost an hour. However, the architecture of the mosque surprised me. The carving craftsmanship of the doors and windows, the roof, the pillars... the details show the essence of the nation. Friends who are engaged in architecture really deserve to come to this place to learn from. I know very little about the culture of mosques, and I didn't make up for it when I came back. Respect the religious beliefs of different ethnic groups, and try not to disturb them when they worship when traveling and visiting.
The ticket is 45 yuan, which is a bit expensive. It only takes about 20 minutes to visit. I heard that it is the largest mosque here, but it is really not as beautiful or as big as the mosques in Malaysia that I have been to. If you are not interested, you can choose not to buy a ticket and just take pictures outside.
I am afraid of rules, and even more afraid of being rude due to not understanding them, so I didn't go in to look around, but just took some photos shortly after the sun rose.
I personally have no interest in religion. Plus, I went to Malaysia during the winter break and saw countless mosques, so I was no longer interested in them. It was said that during Ramadan, hundreds of thousands of people came here to worship, but now due to various events in the past, they no longer exist. I just walked around the door and left.
I didn't go in, which was a little regretful. I heard that there would be many people worshipping at 10 o'clock in the morning ( •̥́ ˍ •̀ू )
Each of the columns in the temple's prayer corridors is carved by a different craftsman, making them unique and one-of-a-kind.
Id Kah Mosque is currently the largest mosque in China. It is located in the center of Kashgar and was built in 1442. The mosque consists of a square in front of the mosque, a temple building, a main gate, a scripture hall, a prayer hall, a courtyard, a pool and other buildings. The mosque is lush with trees and the environment is quiet. The sacred and mysterious atmosphere is very contagious.
Many devout Muslims gathered in the mosque and the square in front of the mosque.
The mosque is not very big. You can visit it in 30 minutes. There are free guides who give good explanations. You can only buy tickets together with the ancient city pass. Don't wear shorts or skirts. You are not allowed to bring lighters in. There is a security check at the door. You can follow my Xinjiang travel notes, I hope it can help you.
The mosque is located in a corner of the old city. It is one of the largest mosques in China. The entrance fee to the mosque seems to be 45 yuan, but Muslims can enter the mosque for free. There is a large square in front of the mosque. If there are too many people in the mosque on Sundays, Muslims will also pray in the square. The scene is very spectacular. Usually, there will be elderly people and children resting and entertainment, and there are also many pigeons.
It is recommended to just watch from a distance, there is no need to spend money to buy a ticket to enter
The mosque is just opposite the ancient city and is easy to find. There is a restaurant next to it that serves delicious kebabs!
We paid 45 yuan for the ticket. We wanted to see the scene of thousands of people praying, but we couldn't see it. One reason is that tourists have to avoid the scene during the prayers, and the other reason is that there are not many people coming to pray now. During the major festivals, there are only a few dozen people praying here. The locals perform standard movements and say the right words. We listened to the staff inside and learned that Islam is the religion of Islam here. All beings are equal in the mosque. Muslims pray five times a day. They have to purify themselves before praying. They have to do minor and major ablutions. It is not convenient for women to enter here, so there are no women.
There are no statues or people worshipping here. It is the largest mosque in Xinjiang, but it is not actually very big inside, so we left after a while.
The center of Kashgar Old Town is the Id Nair Mosque, which was built in 1442 and is the largest mosque in Xinjiang. It is open normally during normal times, but is not open to the public during Muslim worship (which seems to be every Friday morning).
After visiting, I felt that compared with many Buddhist temples, the mosque is quite simple and restrained.
It takes about half an hour to complete the tour. There are free tour guides, which are quite good, so you should listen carefully.
In the old city of Kashgar, there is a square in front of the mosque, where children are playing freely. It is a landmark building in Kashgar. We did not go in to visit it, but just looked at it from a distance.
Go straight along Ordashik Road in the ancient city, and you will reach the Id Kah Mosque after crossing Jiefang North Road. Outside the mosque is the Id Kah Square. The area around the mosque is also an ancient city, mainly with shops and inns. The Id Kah Mosque was built in 1442 and is the largest mosque in Xinjiang. Its yellow exterior wall is its distinctive feature. However, compared with the mosques in Istanbul, especially the minarets, it is much smaller and not very popular. The Id Kah Square is a leisure place for local people. There is a sculpture called "The Most Beautiful Kashgar" with the theme of the Camel Silk Road. From the pictures on the Internet, when the mosque is praying, the square is surrounded by believers kneeling, and the scene is spectacular.
I have always been interested in mosques, especially after seeing the streets empty when praying at the Dongguan Grand Mosque in Xining, I also hope to see such a shocking scene in Kashgar. Unfortunately, there was no worship activity in the mosque on the day I went there, and there were relatively few tourists, so it was worth a brief visit.
Id Kah Mosque is an ancient Islamic building complex with strong ethnic and religious characteristics, facing east. The main gate is built with yellow bricks and white plaster joints, which looks clear and eye-catching. There is a fan-shaped 13-step staircase in front of the door. Going up the steps is the lobby, with two copper-clad wooden doors, tall and majestic.
On the top of the wall above the temple gate is a huge platform 8 meters long and 10.5 meters above the ground. During every grand festival, the platform will be filled with the sound of sheepskin drums and suona music that will resound through the sky all night long, creating a festive and joyful atmosphere for tens of thousands of Muslims gathered in Id Kah Square. The large-scale "Saman" group dance is unprecedented and rare in Xinjiang. This is not only a religious holy place, but also a place for festive celebrations. "Id Kah" - "a place for festive worship and gatherings" - got its name. As the entrance to the Grand Mosque, the temple gate tower ranks first in the entire building in terms of plastic arts. It can be regarded as a model of ancient Uyghur architectural art. It has long been a local symbol of the ancient city of Kashgar and is famous both at home and abroad.
Inside the mosque, you have to wear slippers to enter. You can take photos inside, but not videos. You can see the imam's throne.
When you reach the end of the street, your view suddenly opens up and in front of you is the most famous Id Kah Mosque.
I read about the Id Kah Mosque in a book a long time ago - the largest mosque in the country.
The architectural art is a fusion of Uyghur and Islamic architecture. The pale yellow exterior walls, elegant arches, exquisite brick patterns and tall minarets stand quietly in the bright sunlight at noon.
The long corridor can accommodate 10,000 people for worship. The sunlight shines through the branches and eaves, falling on the gorgeous and exquisite green carpet.
Behind the Id Kah Mosque is Ustangboyi Road, with many restaurants and shops on both sides of the road.
Walking here, the old town, which had felt particularly peaceful and quiet the whole morning, finally gave people a sense of liveliness and life.
The people are beautiful, the scenery is beautiful, the mood is beautiful, everything is so good!
Id Kah Mosque is an ancient Islamic building complex with strong ethnic and religious colors. In Islam, green is the most noble color. Therefore, the main color of the mosque is green. In the carpet area, Muslims have to pray five times a day, namely, the morning prayer, the noon prayer, the afternoon prayer, the evening prayer, and the night prayer. Visitors are not allowed to enter during these time periods.
The ticket price of Id Kah Mosque has increased to 45 yuan per person. Although it is the largest mosque in China, it is actually very small. It takes about ten minutes to visit it. Entering the mosque is an octagonal hall with a 20-acre garden. There are 18 scripture halls on each side of the north and south, which are where the imam preaches and religious students study. There are two pools in the garden, surrounded by towering poplars and lush mulberry trees. Although it is located in the center of the city, it is extremely quiet and elegant.
Although it is known as the largest mosque in Xinjiang, it is not very big after walking in. The ticket seems to be 40 yuan, but I can enter for free because I have a tour guide certificate, which instantly doubles the friendliness. After entering the door, there is a passage in the middle extending to the main hall, but this passage is not as wide or step-by-step as Buddhist temples or Taoist temples. It looks like a garden, which is lively and natural. After walking around, I found that the architectural regulations of the mosque are very different from those of the Han architecture. Although it is also square in size, the building is limited to the innermost row, similar to the main house of the Han courtyard, which is called the prayer hall in the mosque. The prayer hall of the Id Kah Mosque has only three small rooms, which does not seem to be able to accommodate many people. Even the corridor outside is carpeted. It can be seen that during large festivals, people can only be squeezed outside to perform ceremonies. This corridor also has a special name called the open hall. The so-called open hall can be understood as the Han house without the walls around it, leaving only the roof, connected to the prayer hall, so that the top remains intact and grand, and the bottom is transparent and open. I think it may be because the main building materials of this kind of Arab mosque are wood, adobe, brick and sulfur glass brick, which are easy to catch fire. It is designed to facilitate the dispersion and escape of believers during worship. The combination of open hall and closed hall is one of the characteristics of Arab mosques. The second characteristic is that the roof is built into a round arch or flat roof, which is completely different from the hard roof, hip roof or gable roof of the Han nationality. In addition to the architectural differences, my second deep impression of Id Kah Mosque is the garden in the middle. Although the South
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The largest mosque in Xinjiang, and also one of the largest mosques in the country.
When we entered, it was time for the pilgrimage. Entry was restricted, so we could only look at it from the outside. I still envy the people who have faith.
Id Kah Mosque is an ancient Islamic building complex with strong ethnic style and religious colors. Its exterior is mainly yellow. The mosque not only has seven parts such as the "main hall", but its architectural style also reflects the combination of Uyghur architecture and Islamic architecture. It is not only the largest mosque in Xinjiang, but also one of the largest mosques in the country. It has a certain influence in the religious circles at home and abroad and is a national key cultural relic protection unit.
The Id Kah Mosque is open from 10:00 to 20:00 every day. The ticket price for ordinary tourists is 45 yuan per person, and it is free for Muslims. When Muslims are praying, you must not stand in front of them or to the side, because they are facing the direction of the holy city of Mecca in the west. Do not make noise or point fingers in the Id Kah Mosque. According to religious rules, women cannot enter the mosque, but they are now allowed to enter. Non-Muslims are not allowed to enter during Friday prayers. At any time, you must obtain permission to enter the mosque to take pictures, and you cannot take pictures at will.