Angke Mosque, Historic mosque in Tambora, Jakarta, Indonesia
Angke Mosque is a place of worship in Jakarta with a square base measuring approximately 15 by 15 meters and a tiered roof system typical of Indonesian religious buildings. The complex includes a cemetery and serves as a regular gathering place for community prayer.
The mosque was founded in 1761 by Chinese converts Nyonya Tan and Syaikh Liong Tan, making it one of Jakarta's oldest Islamic places of worship. Its establishment through Chinese followers of Islam marks an important early chapter in the city's religious history.
The building combines architectural elements from multiple traditions, including Javanese construction methods, Balinese decorative patterns, and Chinese bracketing techniques. This blend reflects how the community brought together people from different cultural backgrounds.
The building sits near the Angke canal, making it relatively easy to locate in the area. Visitors should wear respectful clothing and be mindful of regular prayer times, which may affect access to the space.
The cemetery contains tombstones with both Chinese and Arabic inscriptions, showing the mixed makeup of Jakarta's early Muslim community. These inscriptions tell the story of people who kept their identities while joining a new religious faith.
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