5 Historical Sights in Aceh

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On this precious occasion I will discuss a little about the history that is in Aceh.
Remembering the history of the past will be endless. So it is with Aceh. Banda Aceh City is one of the cities in Indonesia that holds much history of the archipelago. The variety of uniqueness of the historical attractions that he displays attracts attention. In this post will be discussed 5 Places of Interest History in Aceh include: Kerkhoff Peucut, Fort Anoi Itam, Museum Tsunami, Baiturrahman Great Mosque and Fortress Indra Patra.
Here are 5 Interesting Places of Interest in Aceh:

1). Kerkhoff Peucut Tomb of the Netherlands in Aceh

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When the Dutch colonized Indonesia, Aceh was one of the areas that opposed and gave a fierce resistance against colonialism. The events of war in Aceh, many leave the story and historical evidence that until now still arranged neatly on the Veranda of Mecca. One of them is Keruchof Peucut which is now immortalized into a cultural heritage site. Kerkhof Peucut is located in Sukaramai Village, Baiturrahman District, Banda Aceh, Aceh Province. Kerkhof Peucut is a funeral venue in Banda Aceh with an area of ​​about 3.5 hectares. The majority of cemeteries in this cemetery belong to the Dutch soldiers who died while fighting against the people of Aceh. More than 2,200 Dutch troops are buried in this place, but there are also graves of Japanese soldiers, as well as indigenous troops who joined in the troops marsose and KNIL.

2). Anoi Itam Citadel Japan's heritage attractions in Aceh.

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The Anoi Itam or Japanese Fortress becomes one of the destinations that are full of history. The forts of Japanese heritage were built between 1942-1945. Where this fort used to be used as a storage for various types of weapons for the Japanese fleet. This fort is located in Ujong Kareung, Sukajaya, Sabang, Aceh. This Japanese fortress is located in the eastern part of Sabang lies side by side with Anoi Itam beach. This fort is one of the favorite tourist destinations visited by tourists during a visit to Sabang. In the past, this fortress had become a weapons storage for the Japanese fleet. Judging from its position the fort was built and functioned as a fortress, because its position is buried in the ground and that looks only the top / roof shaped horseshoe.

3). Tsunami Museum Majestic Tourist Spot in Aceh

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The towering and dark sea water scrolls are a picture often expressed by the tsunami survivors of Aceh. How exactly the picture when it manifested the form ?. The experience can now be felt when you visit the Aceh Tsunami Museum by going down a narrow and dark alley with water walls occasionally splashing water on your head and body. The hallway is the main door leading into the Aceh Tsunami Museum located on Iskandar Muda Street, Banda Aceh City. The Aceh Tsunami Museum stands majestically and becomes the Place of Pride of the people of Aceh. This museum was established as a witness to the tremendous disaster that occurred on December 26, 2004. The museum was inaugurated by President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (SBY) on 23 February 2008.

4). Baiturrahman Great Mosque Majid Place Most Beautiful in Aceh

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One of the mosques that became the most favorite place for people who want to travel in Aceh is Baiturrahman Great Mosque. The mosque is known as one of the most beautiful mosques in Southeast Asia is located in downtown Banda Aceh, making it easy to reach for anyone who wants to travel there. Baiturrahman Great Mosque is a symbol of the grandeur of Banda Aceh City as the Capital of Aceh Province. Masjid Raya Biturrahman is also the center of all activities in Aceh. Baiturrahman Great Mosque is one of the reasons why the city of Aceh is called as the Veranda of Mecca. In addition to being a Tourist Place, this mosque is also an important part in the history of Aceh, and also a special place for people who want to establish a marriage contract.

5). Benteng Indra Patra Place of Heritage of the Hindu Kingdom in Aceh

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Aceh apparently has some relics from the Hindu-Buddhist kingdom described as the Aceh Lhee Sagoe Trail. The Aceh Lhee Sagoe Trail is a triangular-shaped constellation that links 3 major forts of Hindu-Buddhist kingdoms in the past. With a very strategic position of this castle was founded long before Islam spread its influence on the land of rencong. One of the three strongholds in the Aceh Lhee Sagoe Trail is a fort named Indra Patra. A bastion of the first Hindu kingdom in Aceh that you can still see today is located near Ujong Batee Beach, Ladong Village, Krueng Jaya Street, Masjid Raya Sub-district, Aceh Besar District. Indra Patra Fort is the first Hindu kingdom in Aceh.