The World’s Sacred Places

Sacred Places

Discover a curated guide to significant sacred places, pilgrimage traditions, architecture, documented history and practical visitor information across cultures and faith traditions.

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Baiturrahman Grand Mosque

Kampung Baru, Baiturrahman, Banda Aceh, Banda Aceh City, Aceh, Indonesia Islam

Iconic historic mosque in central Banda Aceh, deeply associated with Acehnese religious life and the 2004 tsunami.

Baiturrahim Ulee Lheue Mosque

Ulee Lheue, Meuraxa, Banda Aceh, Banda Aceh City, Aceh, Indonesia Islam

Historic Ulee Lheue mosque that survived the 2004 tsunami and is revered locally as a symbol of resilience.