The Masjid Raya Baiturrahman stands prominently in the heart of Banda Aceh, one of the most important and revered religious buildings in Indonesia. The mosque traces its origins back to the 17th century during the reign of Sultan Iskandar Muda and was restored and expanded during the Dutch colonial era, resulting in its current distinctive Mughal Revival architectural style.

What made the mosque known worldwide was its role during the 2004 earthquake and tsunami. While surrounding buildings were almost entirely destroyed, the mosque stood strong with only minor damage, serving as a temporary shelter and becoming a powerful symbol of the miracle and the resilience of the Acehnese people.

Today, the mosque's grounds have been beautifully renovated. The exterior courtyard is paved with cool marble and fitted with large, retractable electric shades, similar to those at the Prophet's Mosque in Medina, to provide comfort for pilgrims and visitors during prayer and rest.

This site attracts religious tourists, those interested in architecture, and people wanting to learn the story of community resilience and recovery after the disaster, especially on Fridays when the main communal prayer takes place, filling the mosque and the courtyard with people.

• Travel from downtown Banda Aceh by taxi or motorbike taxi (Ojek). It takes only a few minutes from the city's main tourist spots.

Regarding Attire:

• Please dress strictly modestly, as Aceh is the only province in Indonesia that enforces Sharia Law. When visiting the mosque, which is a sacred place and an important religious symbol, dress code is strict according to all Islamic principles.

• Women: Dress strictly modestly, must cover their head, and wear clothing that covers the body completely.

• Men: Wear shirts with sleeves (short sleeves are acceptable but no sleeveless shirts) and wear long trousers only.

• The mosque provides long tunics (Tunic) or head coverings for loan to visitors who are not dressed appropriately

• Shoes must be removed before entering the mosque's interior.

Regulation:

• Do not make loud noises within the religious area.

• Avoid visiting during prayer times to show respect to the worshippers, especially during Friday prayers.

• You should allocate time to appreciate the beauty of the marble courtyard and the unique shades of this mosque.

Admission Fee:

• Free no admission fee for visitors.

Opening Hours:

• Open Daily: 04:30 AM - 10:00 PM (approx.) for worshippers and visitors.

• The mosque is open all day for worship, but the general visiting hours may be restricted outside of prayer times.