Masjid Cheng Ho Palembang

Masjid Cheng Ho Palembang, also known as Masjid Al-Islam Muhammad Cheng Hoo Sriwijaya, is a Chinese-style mosque located in the Jakabaring area of Seberang Ulu I, Palembang, South Sumatra. Built between 2003 and 2006 and inaugurated in 2006, it is named after Admiral Zheng He (Cheng Ho). Notable for its distinctive red, pagoda-inspired architecture blending Chinese and Islamic elements, it serves as a place of worship and a symbol of cultural harmony.

Visitors can expect a distinctive mosque with bright red walls, pagoda-style roofs, and Chinese architectural details combined with Islamic features. The complex includes a main prayer hall, courtyard, and decorative gates with Chinese calligraphy and ornaments. Located in the Jakabaring area, the surroundings are relatively open and accessible. Visitors can explore the exterior architecture, photograph the colorful structure, observe daily prayers, and learn about the cultural blend inside the hall when not in use for worship.