Religious Tolerance in the “Land of Nutmeg”

The mosque named Al Yassin, known as the Old Mosque of Patimburak, is one of the cultural heritage sites in the nutmeg-producing district. This mosque keeps the history of the spread of Islam in Papua.

KOMPAS/HERU SRI KUMORO

Al Yassin Mosque in Patimburak Village, Kokas District, Fakfak Regency, West Papua, Saturday (19/6/2021). This mosque was built by King Pertuanan Wertuar in 1870. Its architecture combines the shape of a mosque and a church.

Since a long time ago, the people of Fakfak have lived in harmony although they have different religions. Coastal communities generally embrace Islam, while residents in the highlands are Protestant or Catholic.