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Travel Guide of Banda Aceh in Indonesia by Influencers and Travelers


Banda Aceh is the capital and largest city in the province of Aceh, Indonesia. It is located on the island of Sumatra and has an elevation of 35 meters.


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The Best Things to Do and Visit in Banda Aceh


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1 - Baiturrahman Grand Mosque

Baiturrahman Grand Mosque is a Mosque located in the center of Banda Aceh city, Aceh Province, Indonesia. The Baiturrahman Grand Mosque is a symbol of religion, culture, spirit, strength, struggle and nationalism of the Acehnese people.

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2 - Gampong Jawa

Banda Sakti is a district in Lhokseumawe, Aceh, Indonesia.

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3 - Ulee Lheue

Ulèë Lheuë is an area in Meuraxa sub-district, Banda Aceh, Indonesia. It was the former main seaport of Aceh. The town and seaport was heavily damaged and depopulated during the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami.

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4 - Banda Aceh City

Banda Aceh is the capital and largest city in the province of Aceh, Indonesia. It is located on the island of Sumatra and has an elevation of 35 meters.

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5 - Leupung

   22 km away

Leupung -- also spelled "Leupueng", is a district in Aceh Besar regency, close to the city of Banda Aceh, the capital of the special territory of Aceh, Indonesia, on the island of Sumatra.

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6 - Pulo Aceh

   26 km away
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7 - Sabang

   38 km away

Sabang is a city in Aceh province, Indonesia consisting of Weh Island and several smaller islands off the northern tip of Sumatra. The administrative centre is located 17 kilometres north of Banda Aceh.

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8 - Puncak Gunung Geurute

   46 km away
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Learn More about Banda Aceh

Banda Aceh is located on the coastal plain of the northern tip of Sumatra. The city had a population of 220,433 inhabitants in 2010.

Until 1962, the name of the city was "the city of kings". The city was devastated by the tsunami that followed the earthquake in 2004 
A massive influx of funds facilitated the reconstruction of the city.

Devastated by the 2004 tsunami, the city has largely recovered, Today, this historically important hub for Indonesia is a popular tourist center that offers sunsets over the Strait of Malacca, 
Explore the hidden beaches with golden sand and clear waters not far from the city.

 The violent natural disaster did not destroy the 130-year-old Great Mosque.
a survivor of the tsunami -a must-see site 

Banda Aceh is located north of the Gunung Leuser National Park which has an incredible wildlife

The city shares rich biodiversity with South Sumatra. The forests are dense and home to many species of primates and birds, 

At the northern end of Sumatra is the island of Weh, an exceptional diving site Beach lovers will appreciate the beach of Iboih, in the south, 
Or the beach of Sumur Tiga, near Sabang, which is less frequented.

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How to go to Banda Aceh?

Banda Aceh is served by an international airport Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport.
Less than 20 minutes drive from the center













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