Kruszyniany Mosque
Kruszyniany Mosque
Kruszyniany Mosque
Kruszyniany Mosque

Kruszyniany Mosque

Kruszyniany Mosque
  • The Kruszyniany Musjid stands as a wooden sanctuary nestled in the village of Kruszyniany, within the Podlaskie Voivodeship, Poland. This structure represents the oldest Lipka Tatar Musjid in the country, designed in a rectangular layout measuring 10 by 13 meters.

  • Originally, the village of Kruszyniany was assigned to the Tatars by King John III Sobieski, in recognition of their support during the war against the Ottoman Empire. Following the settlement of the Lipka Tatar community, the Musjid was erected, first documented in a record dating back to 1717. The present Musjid likely dates back to the latter half of the 18th century or the early 19th century, although the exact construction date remains uncertain. In 1846, the structure underwent renovations, as evidenced by a stone plaque near the women’s entrance.

  • Following World War II, the region saw an influx of repatriates and Muslims from modern-day Belarus. In 2008, the wooden Musjid received upgrades to its safety systems, thanks to funding from the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage.

  • Recognized for its historical significance, Kruszyniany village attained status as one of Poland’s official national Historic Monuments (Pomnik historii) on November 20, 2012. This designation is overseen by the National Heritage Board of Poland. However, in June 2014, the Musjid fell victim to vandalism, as unknown perpetrators defaced its walls with offensive graffiti.

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