Mosques in Cham ethnic minority village
Friday, 16/10/2015 16:19 (GMT+7)
Cham Chau Giang village in An Phu district, the southern province of An Giang which lies on the side of Hau river has become a peaceful destination for tourists who want to forget the crowded atmosphere in Chau Doc border city.
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The village gathers the largest number of Cham ethnic minority people in An Giang province. From Chau Doc city, it takes only 5 minutes to reach the village by ferries. |
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As a majority of Cham people are followers of Islam, there are many mosques in the village, notably Mubarak which was recognised a national heritage. |
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It is easy to meet local residents on the road wearing their traditional clothing in daily life. |
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A majority of Islamic mosques are painted white and blue. An Phu district is the place for many Islamic agencies, centres and schools. |
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Masjid Jamiul Azhar is one of largest mosques in An Giang province. Built in 1959, it has undergone upgrades, becoming one of the most beautiful mosques in Vietnam. |
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A man in traditional attire after prayer. Muslims pray at given times on five
occasions every day. |
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One of the 5 advice for Islamic followers is to travel once in their life to Mecca holy land. However, for the Islamic community in Vietnam, many choose to make a pilgrimage to large Islamic mosques in An Giang. |
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One of specific characteristics in Jamiul Azhar is that there is a cemetery in front of it. According to local residents, it is the resting place for many Islamic followers coming from different parts of Vietnam. |