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Istiqlal Mosque
Best time to visit
Early morning on weekdays avoids tour groups and the Friday midday prayer crowd, plus the light is best for photos. Late afternoon offers softer light and cooler temperatures.
Budget tips
Entry is free; voluntary donations are welcome and shoe storage is inexpensive. No official admission fee, so avoid paying for unsolicited guided tours at the gate.
Recommended for
Architecture enthusiasts, Cultural travelers, Photography enthusiasts, Day trippers
Plan your visit
45-60 min
About
Brze činjenice: A huge prayer hall holds around 120,000 people during major prayers, its cool marble floors and high vaults keeping the space surprisingly airy. A towering minaret rises to about 96.66 meters, and a giant stainless-steel chandelier often scatters warm, dancing reflections across the interior.
Istaknuto: Rows of low tables and woven mats appear in the courtyard, volunteers serving roughly 20,000 people who break the fast together beneath strings of lights. Frederich Silaban insisted on keeping the exterior restrained, a choice that makes the enormous central dome feel like a luminous theater when noon light pours through skylights.
Insider tips
- Wear modest clothing and bring a scarf; sarongs are available to borrow at the entrance.
- Remove shoes and store large bags in the provided lockers to speed entry and respect worshippers.
- For wide-angle photos of the dome and courtyard, use the pedestrian bridge toward the National Cathedral for an elevated view.
- Avoid Friday midday (Jumu'ah) prayers when the mosque is busiest, and buy souvenirs at nearby markets or malls to skip noisy stalls by the gate.
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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