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The Beauty of Sojiwan Temple Tourism and Its History

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Sojiwan Temple Tourism: Perhaps not many people have heard of it, especially when asked where it is located. Indeed, Sojiwan Temple is not as well-known as Prambanan Temple, let alone Borobudur Temple. It's actually not far from Prambanan Temple, taking perhaps half an hour on foot. Recently restored in 2011, this temple is relatively new compared to the other temples. What's most striking about this temple is its similar shape to Prambanan: tall with a pyramid-like structure on top, but the upper part of the temple consists of stupas similar to those at Borobudur. It could be said that this temple is like a "marriage" between Prambanan and Borobudur. This temple is situated within a fairly extensive complex with beautiful, well-maintained gardens. It turns out that this complex was only inaugurated after being restored in December 2011 by the Minister of Education and Culture, Mohammad Nuh. Initially, this temple was only a half-finished structure that looked like a ...
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The Magnificent Architecture of Klaten's Al Aqsa Mosque Like in the Middle East

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Klaten's Al Aqsa Grand Mosque is one of the icons of this shining city. The mosque is located on the side of Jl Jogja-Solo, making it easy to find. The facilities are also complete for worship and religious tourism. Every day this mosque is never empty of people who worship and religious tourism. This mosque has its own charm, especially its strategic location. Many road users also stop by to worship and rest here.

Klaten Al-Aqsa Grand Mosque

Quoted from the book Mosque Architecture by Andika Saputra, S.T., M.Sc. (2020: 122), the Al Aqsa Klaten Grand Mosque has its own charms, including the following:

1. The architecture

The Klaten Al-Aqsa Grand Mosque uses magnificent Middle Eastern-style architecture coupled with various carved details at every corner.

Klaten Al-Aqsa Grand Mosque

Having the splendor and typical Middle Eastern architecture makes visitors who want to enter amazed when they see it. From the main door, you will be greeted by ornate carvings of the verses of the Qur'an.

2. The concept is magnificent

The main building of this mosque also uses a magnificent concept and is engraved with beautiful verses of the Koran. Klaten Al-Aqsa Grand Mosque is also actively used to commemorate various religious activities in Klaten.

Klaten Al-Aqsa Grand Mosque

History of Klaten Al-Aqsa Great Mosque


Klaten Al-Aqsa Grand Mosque is located on Jl. Solo - Jogja, Peraksangkal, Jonggrangan, Kec. Klaten Utara, Klaten Regency, Central Java. Its strategic location makes this mosque always crowded.
Al Aqsa Grand Mosque is the grand mosque of Klaten district which was built since 2012 on an area of 5,266 square meters during the reign of Regent H. Sunarna, S.E, M.Hum and completed during the next regent.

The land on which the Al-Aqsa Grand Mosque stands was once the main bus terminal in Klaten while the parking lot and garden was once one of the Klaten State 3 High School buildings. Klaten Main Bus Terminal was then moved to near Klaten ring road.


Built with three floors equipped with a large garden and parking lot, and equipped with a 66.66 meter high tower with a 35 meter high viewing tower. This mosque can accommodate approximately 3000 worshipers.

That is the attraction of the Klaten Al Aqsa Grand Mosque and its history that needs to be known. Its strategic location makes this mosque never empty of worshipers. Plus its magnificent architecture makes this mosque often used as a religious tourist destination in Klaten.
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