Nandun Mosque

　　   Nandun Mosque is situated on the west side of Qingfeng Road along the north bank of the river in Nandun Town. This grand and spectacular mosque was constructed in the late Yuan and early Ming dynasties and boasts a history of more than six hundred years. Over the centuries, despite enduring numerous wars as well as natural disasters such as earthquakes and floods, the main structures of the mosque have been relatively well preserved thanks to the concerted efforts of the local Hui community.

　　   The entire mosque complex is divided into two courtyards: front and back. The front courtyard serves as a gathering place for Muslim worshippers, connected to the rear courtyard by an arched garden gate and a pavilion. The rear courtyard features majestic architecture and a compact layout. Facing east, the spacious and bright main prayer hall sits to the west. Connected to the back wall of the main hall and protruding outward from its center is a towering structure about twenty meters high known as the “Moon-Watching Tower.” Atop the Moon-Watching Tower sits a sky-blue porcelain vase that appears particularly vibrant and eye-catching under the sunlight.

　　   Since the Third Plenary Session of the 11th Central Committee, the Party’s ethnic policies have been implemented, and Muslim worshippers have eagerly donated funds and materials to actively raise money for renovations. As a result, the historical appearance of the mosque has been restored. In 1988, the Henan Provincial Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference listed this mosque as one of the key ancient mosques for restoration. In 1999, it was honored as a National Model Mosque.