The Qingjing Temple is the oldest mosque now existent in China. It was first built in 1009 and is well-known to the Moslem world.The gate to the temple is built of stone with a vaulted narrow arch top. In the temple are the Terrace for the Moon. The pavilion for Prophet Sighting and the Altar for Heaven. The out landish flavor is very strong. The temple was formerly a place for Sacrifice and prayer for the Moslem travellers and merchants from foreign countries and for a time it enjoyed great fame.