Lautze 2 Mosque, Chinese architecture mosque in Tamblong, Bandung, Indonesia.
Lautze 2 Mosque is a Chinese-style mosque in Bandung featuring bright red walls and traditional Chinese lantern decorations. The building measures approximately seven by six meters (23 by 20 feet) and accommodates around 200 worshippers.
The mosque was founded in 1997 as a gathering place for Chinese Muslim residents in Bandung. Its name references Lautze Street in Jakarta, connecting the community to a broader Chinese identity within Indonesia.
The mosque blends Islamic worship with Chinese design traditions, visible in its red walls and traditional ornamental patterns throughout. This combination reflects how different cultural heritages coexist within the local Chinese Muslim community.
The mosque functions as an information center for both Muslim and non-Muslim visitors from the Chinese Indonesian community. Visitors should dress respectfully and follow standard mosque etiquette when entering.
The building was renovated by architects from Bandung Institute of Technology, who added carefully carved partitions and staircases. These improvements show how local expertise blended traditional Chinese craftsmanship with contemporary design.
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