LOVE, affection and togetherness in diversity, that is the symbol of this unique mosque. If we usually see the mosque is natural color, but different from this quirky mosque. The mosque is painted a striking pink color nan became the center of attention of the people and tourists who come. His name is Dimaukom Mosque. . Quoted from gomuslim.co.id located in Datu Saudi Ampatuan City, Maguindanao Province, Southern Philippines, Dimaukom Mosque has become an icon as well as religious attractions of the area. How not, the pink color that dominates the entire building of the mosque becomes a beautiful sight for anyone who sees it. . History. Dimaukom Mosque was first built in 2011 on the orders of Datu Saudi Ampatuan Mayor Samsodin Dimaukom. The name of Dimaukom mosque itself is taken from the name of the mayor. The construction of the pink mosque was carried out for two years until finally opened to the public in 2013.. Although it has been opened since the month of Ramadan in 2013, but this pink mosque new popular lately among the foreign tourists. Not a few Muslims come to admire its beauty and worship there. There is a unique construction of this pink mosque that workers who build mosques are mostly Christians. . As we know that the majority of Filipinos embraced Christianity. The workers who are mostly Christians are building a pink mosque voluntarily or unpaid. It is based on a sense of brotherhood, peace and harmony among very strong religious people. Therefore, this pink mosque became a symbol of unity and brotherhood among religious people in the city of Datu Saudi Ampatuan. . In addition to being the favorite color of the mayor and his wife, the selection of pink is taken because according to the mayor, the pink color symbolizes peace and love. Love to God, love to neighbor, and also love to country.
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