Grand Mosque of Bandung, Provincial mosque in central Bandung, Indonesia
Grand Mosque of Bandung is an Islamic house of worship in West Java with a central dome flanked by two smaller ones at the front. The complex includes several buildings and open courtyards with fountains, while the twin towers frame the entrance area.
The complex began as a simple wooden structure with bamboo walls in the early 19th century and went through several expansions over the years. A comprehensive renewal in the early 21st century transformed its appearance entirely, adding the current domes and towers.
The building serves as the main gathering place for religious celebrations across West Java province and displays traditional calligraphy along its walls. Visitors often notice the geometric patterns in the windows, which reflect local craftsmanship and fill the interior with filtered patterns of light.
The complex sits near a major intersection in the city center and provides space for thousands of worshippers during prayer times. On weekends the towers open for visitors seeking a view over the city and willing to climb the stairs.
The towers were originally planned to reach 99 meters to symbolize the names of Allah but were reduced to 81 meters. The nearby airport set restrictions on structures in the flight path, which influenced the final design.
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