Al Alam Mosque

Al Alam Mosque is a floating mosque located in the middle of Kendari Bay in Kendari City, Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia. Built on reclaimed land and connected to the mainland by a causeway, it is known for its distinctive Middle Eastern-inspired architecture with four minarets and a large central dome. Inaugurated in 2018, it has become an iconic landmark and religious tourism destination for Kendari.

Visitors can expect a mosque built over the waters of Kendari Bay, accessed via a paved causeway and bridge. The site features a large prayer hall, four minarets, domes, and an open courtyard with views of the bay, Kendari Bay Bridge, and surrounding hills. The surroundings are open water with sea breezes. Visitors can explore the exterior plaza, prayer areas, and viewpoints for photography, especially at sunset.

Construction was initiated in 2010 under the administration of Southeast Sulawesi Governor Nur Alam and completed in 2018. The mosque was built on reclaimed land in Kendari Bay and was inaugurated in 2018 as a new iconic mosque for Kendari City.

The mosque serves as a major Islamic worship center and religious tourism icon for Kendari and Southeast Sulawesi. Its floating location and distinctive architecture make it a symbol of the city and a gathering place for religious activities and community events.