Dungan Mosque
Built entirely of interlocking pieces, construction of this Chinese Muslim house of worship required zero nails.

Chinese Muslim house of worship in Karakol, Kyrgyzstan. Built without nails, it features Chinese architectural traditions. # Why Go 🕌 Unique Chinese Muslim architecture đŸšĢ Built without a single nail 📜 Rich history of the Dungan community 🎨 Colorful beams with plant and fruit images â›Šī¸ Resembles a Chinese Buddhist temple 📜 Registered historical building protected by Kyrgyz law # Why Avoid âš ī¸ Women not always allowed to enter # Tips đŸšļ Short walk from Karakol city center. 🚌 Reach Karakol by marshrutka or flight from Bishkek. đŸ—Ŗī¸ Friendly caretaker on grounds may open doors for viewing. đŸĨģ Women can get robes at the entrance # Hours 🕒 Continues to be used as a place of worship.

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