Recommendations for Religious Tourism Destinations during the Isra Miraj Holidays
Isra Miraj is a national holiday commemorating the spiritual journey of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. As a moment of commemoration of the spiritual (spiritual) journey of the Prophet Muhammad SAW, you can fill this holiday activity by doing religious tourism. Religious tourism is interpreted as tourism activities to places that have special meaning for religious people, usually places of worship. The following are recommendations for religious tourism spots in Indonesia that should be your and your family's destination.
1. Tomb of Sunan Gunung Jati, Cirebon
One of the Wali Songo figures who had a big role in the spread of Islam is buried in Cirebon, West Java. The architectural design of the tomb of Sunan Gunung Jati is in Arabic, Javanese, and Chinese styles, which are combined into a beautiful architectural style that captivates the eye. Therefore, the Tomb of Sunan Gunung Jati is a suitable place for pilgrims who want to pray as well as travel.
2. Menara Kudus Mosque, Central Java
The Menara Kudus Mosque was founded in 1549. This mosque has a distinctive Hindu cultural architecture with its temple. This illustrates the blend of Hindu culture and Islamic culture that year. The shape of the mosque, which resembles a temple, makes the Menara Kudus Mosque unique for tourists and pilgrims to visit.
3. Sunan Ampel Mosque, Surabaya
As a historical trace of Wali Songo's journey, the Sunan Ampel Mosque is a religious tourism destination suitable for celebrating Isra Miraj. The second largest mosque in Surabaya is next to Sunan Ampel's tomb. In addition to the beautiful shape of the building, this mosque has nine gates which symbolize the nine figures of Wali Songo.
4. The Great Mosque, Banten
The Great Mosque of Banten is one of the historic buildings in the development of Islam in Banten Province. This mosque has been designated as a protected cultural heritage building. In addition to this building being influenced by Dutch architecture, ancient Javanese and Chinese elements are combined in this mosque. The pagoda depicts elements of Chinese culture, while the five levels on the mosque's roof depict elements of Javanese culture.
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