The mosque's name 'Al Jabbar' is derived from one of the names of Allah in Islam and doubles as an acronym for 'Jawa Barat' (West Java).
The building was constructed without pillars in the main prayer hall, utilizing a complex structural steel framework.
The mosque is integrated into a 25.9-hectare area that includes a retention pond designed to mitigate frequent flooding in the Gedebage district.
Stained glass patterns on the facade were calculated using complex geometry to reflect natural light into the prayer hall.
The ground floor museum utilizes digital displays to explain the evolution of Islamic architecture in West Java.
The mosque features 27 towers inspired by the regional crest of West Java, representing the 27 regencies and cities in the province.
The surrounding landscape design incorporates four garden areas representing the four seasons.
The structure is specifically engineered to withstand seismic activity common in the West Java region.
Masjid Raya Al Jabbar is a floating mosque situated in Gedebage, Bandung, surrounded by a large retention pond that acts as a flood control mechanism for the area. Designed by architect and former West Java Governor Ridwan Kamil, the structure features a unique design inspired by mathematical geometry and the 99 attributes of Allah. The mosque's exterior is characterized by a triangular, layered roof structure that resembles overlapping scales. The interior houses a museum on the ground floor dedicated to the history of Islam in Indonesia and West Java. Its capacity exceeds 30,000 worshippers, including both the main prayer hall and the surrounding plaza. The building is officially recognized as a government-owned regional mosque for the province of West Java.
The elevated pedestrian bridge and the pond-side plaza offer the most comprehensive views of the facade.
Remove footwear before entering the carpeted prayer hall, as designated shoe storage areas are provided.
Explore the museum on the lower floor to gain context regarding the mosque's architectural symbolism.
Walk the perimeter of the reflecting pond for a view of the full structure, as the building's scale is best observed from a distance.
Avoid visiting during peak Friday prayer times, as the facility becomes extremely crowded and parking capacity is limited.
Visitors must wear modest clothing covering shoulders and knees; women are required to wear a headscarf inside the main prayer hall.
