Kasunyatan Mosque, Islamic prayer site in Kasunyatan Village, Indonesia
Description
Kasunyatan Mosque is a prayer site in Kasunyatan village with a distinctive three-story minaret reaching about 11 meters high, topped with clay roof tiles and surrounded by three main gates. The prayer hall measures approximately 11 by 11 meters with white-washed brick walls and displays a heritage-marked drum inside.
History
The mosque was founded between 1570 and 1596 by Kyai Dukuh, a teacher of Sultan Maulana Muhammad, and played an important role in early Islamic teaching in the region. It gained official heritage status in 1932 during the Dutch colonial period.
Culture
The mosque holds several burial sites in its eastern section, including those of Ratu Asiyah and Syekh Abdul Syukur Putra, reflecting its role as a spiritual center for the community. These graves show how the place remains connected to the people who shaped local religious life.
Practical
The site is accessible to visitors, but dress respectfully when approaching the prayer area and be mindful of prayer times in the daily schedule. It is best to explore during non-prayer hours when the space is quieter and more conducive to looking around.
Did you know?
The ablution well sits at the rear of the mosque rather than the front, which is unusual compared to typical mosque layouts. This distinctive placement connects directly to a nearby river, making water access part of the site's original design rather than an added feature.
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