PhotoFeed Contest - Cityscape Photography Round 137 ~ One Corner of Banda Aceh City

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In the PhotoFeed - Cityscape Photography Contest Round 137 hosted by @photofeed, I attempted to share a photo of a corner of Banda Aceh. In this photo, we can see a colorful corner of Banda Aceh, steeped in Islamic history and culture. Known as the Veranda of Mecca, this city has a deeply rooted Islamic identity, reflected in the many mosques and prayer rooms that stand majestically throughout the city.

In the center of the photo is a mosque with classical architecture, featuring a large green dome and small minarets at each corner. This mosque is not only a center of worship but also a symbol of the local community's social life. Mosques in Banda Aceh are generally not just places for congregational prayer but also centers for religious education, deliberation, and social activities.

The background of the photo depicts a densely populated residential area with colorfully painted houses, zinc roofs, and multi-story buildings that blend harmoniously with the lush trees. Community life is dynamic, typically urban yet retaining a traditional feel. Not far from the mosque, a small river or canal flows, dotted with fishing boats. This reminds us that Banda Aceh is a coastal city closely connected to the sea, both as a trade route and a source of livelihood.

Banda Aceh is renowned not only for its beautiful mosques, such as the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque, but also for its rich culture, history, and deep memories of the 2004 tsunami. Today, the city continues to improve, presenting a modern image without abandoning its strong Islamic roots and values.

The city view in this photo is a vivid illustration of how Banda Aceh maintains a balance between modern life, Islamic architecture, and the local wisdom that continues to live within its community.

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