Banda Aceh, Aceh, Sumatra, Indonesia
Mosque · Aceh Sultanate / Dutch Colonial · 19th Century
Baiturrahman Grand Mosque is a symbol of religion, culture, spirit, strength, struggle and nationalism of the Acehnese people. The mosque is a landmark of Banda Aceh and has survived the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, which devastated the surrounding city.
Construction: 1879 – 1881
Founder: Dutch Administration (Rebuilt)
Key figures: Gerrit Bruins (Architect)
Significance: A symbol of Acehnese resilience, surviving the 2004 tsunami.
- 1612: Original mosque built by Sultan Iskandar Muda
- 1873: Burnt down during Aceh War
- 1879: Reconstruction began
- 2004: Survived the Indian Ocean Tsunami
Architectural styles: Mughal Revival, Indo-Saracenic
Architects: Gerrit Bruins
Materials: Stone, Wood, Black Domes
- Black Domes: Seven distinctive black domes.
- Reflecting Pool: A large pool in the front courtyard.
- Minarets: Tall minarets flanking the structure.
Opening hours: 24 Hours (summer) · 24 Hours (winter) – Dress modestly.
- General: €0.00
Accessibility: Accessible.
Official site: http://disbudpar.acehprov.go.id
Address: Jl. Moh. Jam No.1, Kp. Baru, Kec. Baiturrahman, Kota Banda Aceh, Aceh, Indonesia
Coordinates: 5.5536, 95.3172