Sunday, 12 October 2025

Dumai Islamic Center


Basic Info & Purpose

  • Located on Jalan Brigjen HR Soebrantas, Kecamatan Dumai Timur, Kota Dumai, Riau.
  • Soft opened on 15 March 2023. The soft opening included Maghrib prayer and a Tabligh Akbar with Buya Yahya.
  • The project began in 2021. It is envisioned as more than just a mosque: a center for Islamic learning, dakwah (religious outreach), Qur’an study, economic empowerment (like UMKM), and religious tourism.

Architecture & Capacity

  • The architectural style is inspired by Masjid Nabawi in Madinah. That influence is visible in the design of the domes, minarets, mimbar (pulpit), etc.
  • Built on a fairly large land area: about 4 hectares of land.
  • The main prayer hall can accommodate around 2,000 worshippers.
  • The interior uses high-quality materials, such as high-grade marble for floor, well-designed ablution/wudu facilities and washrooms.

Funding & Project Management

  • The budget is roughly Rp 65 billion.
  • Funding sources include local government funds (APBD Dumai), CSR contributions from private companies (about 30 companies contributed), and community donations.
  • The project was planned as a 2-year work. Construction started in 2021.

Broader Impact & Significance

  • It is designed to be a landmark / icon for Dumai, both for local identity and for religious tourism.
  • Expected to bring benefits in multiple sectors: spiritual/religious (learning, worship), social, economic (UMKM, commerce around the site), and tourism.
  • Local government emphasizes transparency: monitoring construction progress, financial transparency, and involving community and private sector participation.

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