Shrine of Ibrohim Asmoroqondi: an Important Historic Site of Java

Beside the less-known fact of Java as the most populated island on earth (with 151,6 million inhabitants in 2020), not many people know the rich history of its civilization.

Today I visited the shrine (tomb) of Maulana Ibrohim Asmoroqondi, one of the earliest preachers of Islam in Java, Indonesia. Coming from Samarkand, Uzbekistan in the end of 14th century, Asmoroqondi was regarded as an awliya’ (saint) by Javanese people.

After marrying the Princess of Champa kingdom, Vietnam, Asmoroqondi started his journey in Indonesian archipelago to preach Islam. He chose northern coasts of Java island as his preaching location.

Now after six centuries, we can still find his legacy. Today thousands of pilgrims visit his grave/shrine every day, especially in weekends and long vacations. His shrine is located at Tuban, in East Java province.

One of the most interesting thing is the architecture of this shrine which still accomodates Hindu temple style. It proves the nice acculturation and assimilation process of Javanese people in every chapter of their civilization history.

Rasyid

Jombang, East Java- Indonesia :indonesia:

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Hi @rasyidmask
It seems not too far from where I live in Malang. But I’ve never visited it. Maybe someday. Thanks for sharing it here

Thank you for your sharing @rasyidmask I Hope someday I will visit this amazing place

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Mas @rasyidmask budaaaaal

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Hello @br14n

Thank you so much. East Java is full of spiritual tourism destination like Makam Wali Songo and other historic sites. Let’s explore them all. :blush:

Rasyid

Jombang, Indonesia

Monggo mampir ke Pantai Utara Jawa Timur pak @PaDeSSo :blush:

Ada banyak destinasi wisata reliji d kota2 jalur pantura (Gresik, Tuban dan Lamongan) seperti Makam Wali Songo dan masjid masjid bersejarah.

Rasyid

Jombang, Jawa Timur.

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Hello @Annisa1208

Thank you so much. It’s always a good experience to visit historic sites. I hope we can explore more historic sites in our country.

Rasyid

Jombang. Indonesia