Tuogu Mosque
拖姑清真寺
A Qing-dynasty mosque in Ludian County, built entirely in traditional Chinese timber-frame style with exquisite carvings; a national key cultural relic protection unit.
Tuogu Mosque is located in Tuogu Village, Taoyuan Township, Ludian County. It was built in the Yongzheng era of the Qing dynasty and is one of the better-preserved ancient mosques in Yunnan. The prayer hall, call tower and other buildings are entirely traditional Chinese timber structures with dougong brackets. The beams and columns feature fine wood carvings and painted decoration, reflecting the fusion of Hui culture with Han architectural art. It is listed as a national key cultural relic protection unit. The mosque is about 25 kilometres from Zhaotong city. Visitors should dress modestly, respect religious customs, and avoid entering the prayer hall during prayer times.
Opening hours
Open during the day (please do not disturb during services)
Nearby sights
- Long Family Ancestral Hall
- Wanghai Park & Wanghai Tower
- Zhaotong Old Town (Doujie & Wenyuan Street)
- Shenggengtang Lake Park
- Zhaotong Museum
- Sayu Apple Orchards
- Dalongdong Spring Park
- Tiaodunhe Wetland