At-Taqwa Mosque facts for kids
The At-Taqwa Mosque (which means 'Mosque of Piety' in Arabic) is a special place of worship for Muslims in Dayuan, Taoyuan City, Taiwan. It's also known as Dàyuán Qīngzhēnsì in Chinese. This mosque was built in 2013 and was the seventh mosque to be opened in Taiwan.
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How the Mosque Was Built
The idea for the At-Taqwa Mosque came from an Indonesian-Taiwanese couple. They owned a shop in Dayuan and noticed that many Muslims in the area needed a place to pray. These Muslims often work in factories, shops, or houses nearby.
The couple decided to buy some land right next to their shop to build a mosque. They worked hard to gather all the money needed for the construction. Thanks to their efforts, the mosque was finally built and opened its doors on 9 June 2013.
Why This Mosque Is Important
The building of the At-Taqwa Mosque shows that the number of Muslim people in Taiwan is growing. Many of these Muslims have moved to Taiwan from countries like Indonesia. This growth is sometimes called the fourth wave of Muslim migration to Taiwan, meaning more and more Muslims are choosing to live and work there.
What the Mosque Looks Like
The At-Taqwa Mosque covers an area of about 130 square meters, which is roughly the size of a small basketball court. It has three floors, each with different important areas:
- A prayer hall for men
- A prayer hall for women
- A guest room
- Rooms for classes, where people can learn more about Islam
- Dormitories (sleeping areas) for visitors or students
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Inside the prayer hall at At-Taqwa Mosque.
