Masjid Syuhada Kotabaru, Historical mosque in Kotabaru, Indonesia
Masjid Syuhada Kotabaru is a mosque in Yogyakarta built from brick and stone with a central dome and several minarets. The structure displays Javanese design elements and houses kindergarten, primary school, and Islamic higher education facilities within its grounds.
The mosque was completed in 1952 under the leadership of Mr. Assaat and stands on the site of former Dutch colonial grounds. It serves as a memorial to those who lost their lives during Indonesia's struggle for independence.
The building blends Javanese architectural traditions with Islamic design principles visible in its spatial arrangement and decorative elements. Visitors can observe how faith and local community identity intertwine in the way the space is used daily.
The mosque observes regular prayer times throughout the day, and visitors should be prepared to follow Islamic protocol. Appropriate dress and removing shoes are required when entering the main prayer areas.
The number of ventilation openings and pillars throughout the building deliberately correspond to numbers of Islamic and national significance. These numerical details often go unnoticed by visitors but carry deep symbolic meaning woven into the architecture.
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