About Jami Mosque of Pontianak
The Jami Mosque of Pontianak is a historic wooden mosque located in Pontianak Timur, Pontianak, West Kalimantan, on the bank of the Kapuas River. Built in 1771 by Sultan Syarif Abdurrahman Alkadrie, founder of Pontianak, it is one of the oldest mosques in the city. Notable for its traditional Malay architecture, belian hardwood pillars and tiered roof, it stands adjacent to Kadriah Palace and remains an active place of worship and heritage landmark.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a historic wooden mosque with traditional Malay architecture, featuring a tiered roof, wooden walls and four massive belian hardwood pillars supporting the main prayer hall. The mosque is set in a compact compound near the Kapuas River and Kadriah Palace in Pontianak Timur. Inside, visitors see a spacious prayer hall, wooden mimbar and simple ornamentation. The surroundings are residential and riverside, with easy pedestrian access to the palace complex.
Key highlights
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One of the oldest mosques in Pontianak, founded in 1771 by Sultan Syarif Abdurrahman Alkadrie
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Traditional Malay wooden architecture with tiered roof and belian hardwood construction
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Four main pillars made of solid belian wood supporting the prayer hall
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Located adjacent to Kadriah Palace and near the Kapuas River waterfront