The mosque was built as a symbol of love by Haji Ramlie Rasidin for his family and as a gesture of religious harmony.
It is one of the few mosques in Indonesia to explicitly feature Quranic scriptures translated into Mandarin script on its walls.
The architectural design is a conscious tribute to the Taj Mahal in Agra, India.
The building was inaugurated in 2016.
The mosque construction includes a basement level dedicated to parking and wudu (ablution) areas.
Its location on the banks of Lake Sunter was intentionally chosen to enhance its visual reflection.
The mosque is privately funded and maintained by the founder's family foundation.
Ramlie Musofa Mosque is a distinctive white-painted mosque in North Jakarta modeled after the Taj Mahal, featuring a central dome and four minarets. Built by Haji Ramlie Rasidin, the structure uniquely displays Quranic verses translated into Mandarin, Arabic, and Indonesian. The mosque is situated directly on the edge of Lake Sunter, providing a reflection on the water's surface. Its exterior facade utilizes white marble sourced from Italy and Turkey. The interior features intricate Islamic calligraphy and a clean, minimalist design aesthetic. It functions as a place of worship while remaining open to non-Muslim visitors interested in its cultural architecture. The site incorporates wheelchair-accessible facilities and modern amenities to serve the local Sunter community.
From the opposite bank of the street looking across at the mosque's reflection in Lake Sunter.
Remove your shoes before entering the main prayer hall and place them in the provided shelves.
Visit during the late afternoon to experience the shifting colors of the marble facade during sunset.
Respect ongoing prayer services by remaining silent and avoiding photography of people in active worship.
Do not visit during major Friday prayer services if you are a tourist, as the facility becomes overcrowded with congregants.
Modest dress is required; women should wear headscarves and cover shoulders, while both men and women should wear long pants or skirts. Do not walk in front of people performing prayers.
