Prayer times – Hoàn Kiếm

Muslim Presence in Hoàn Kiếm Hoàn Kiếm, a central district of Hanoi, has a small but established Muslim community. The presence of several mosques and prayer places in the area reflects a long-term settlement of Muslims, primarily from the Cham and other ethnic groups, as well as expatriates. The community has maintained its religious practices over generations, contributing to the cultural diversity of the city.

Community Implantation and Mosques The Muslim community in Hoàn Kiếm is centered around several prayer places, with Masjid Al Noor Hanoi being a prominent listed mosque located at 12 P. Hàng Lược in the Hàng Mã area. This mosque, along with An Noor Mosque nearby, serves as a focal point for daily prayers and community gatherings. Other mapped prayer places include Mosque Thủ Lệ in the Ngọc Khánh area, extending the community's reach across Hanoi. These locations provide accessible spaces for residents, workers, and travelers to observe their prayers.

Prayer Time Orientation Muslims in Hoàn Kiếm follow the five daily prayers: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude and the seasons. The local timezone is Asia/Bangkok. The Qibla direction and distance to Mecca are key for orientation during prayer. The calculation method used ensures accurate timings aligned with Islamic jurisprudence.