The mosques of Indonesia

The majority of the population of Indonesia profess Islam, therefore in the country many mosques are built, which are regularly visited by all believing Muslims. To admire these unique buildings come and tourists from all over the world.

7 main mosques in Indonesia

Each mosque erected in this country has its own history, and its architecture is unique in its own way:

1. Istiklal Mosque is located in the capital of Indonesia, Jakarta . This is the largest structure in the south-eastern part of the country, faced with white marble, located next to government buildings. Its name, which translates as "independence", the mosque received in honor of the country's gaining freedom in 1945. The mosque has seven entrances, a prayer hall and special rooms for ritual ablutions. The spherical dome above the main building is decorated with a steel spire with a star and a crescent. On the four tiers of the building there are balconies. At the mosque there is a hall for ceremonies and madrassas.
2. Baiturrahman of Paradise, or the Great Mosque is located in the center of the city of Banda Aceh. It successfully survived the devastating tsunami of 2004. Its architecture is influenced by the influence of Indian and European cultures, but nevertheless, today this mosque is one of the shrines of the Muslim people of Indonesia.
3. The Masjid Raya, or the Great Mosque, is located in Medan on Sumatra . This building is one of the main sights of the city. Like the Bayturrahman Mosque of Raya, this shrine of the Muslim world of Indonesia stood firm against the onslaught of the elements in 2004 and became a symbol of the country's culture and religion.
4. Agung Demak , one of the oldest in Indonesia, is located on the island of Java in the center of the city of Demak. It is assumed that it was built in the XV century. The building of the mosque is an example of traditional Javanese architecture. It is built of wood, the roof consists of several tiers. Entrance doors are decorated with carved ornaments depicting plants and animals.
5. The Sultan Suryansiyah mosque is located in the south of Kalimantan island in the village of Quinn Utara, near the city of Banjarmasin . The building was built more than 400 years ago. Near the mosque is the grave of Sultan Suryansiah - the first ruler of Kalimantan, who converted to Islam. The building is designed in the Banjar style with a mihrab, built separately from the main building. Inside, the walls are decorated with ornaments and Arabic calligraphic inscriptions.
6. Tiban Régdo Tourén is located in the Indonesian state of Malang. It is also called the Flying Mosque for its quaint architecture. There are several styles in it: Turkish and Chinese, Indonesian and Indian. Its facade is designed in white-blue-blue and azure colors. The walls of the building are decorated with mosaic with floral ornaments. As if floating in the air the building is supported by two small columns. All 10 floors of the mosque are connected by a screwed elegant staircase.
7. The Dian Al-Mahri Mosque (its second name is the Golden Dome Mosque or Masjid Kubah Emas) is located in West Java, in the town of Depot. Its golden domes attract not only Muslim believers, but also numerous tourists to the mosque.