A poignant reminder of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, this museum in Banda Aceh offers a glimpse into the disaster's impact and the resilience of the Acehnese people.
Currency
IDR (Rp)
Best time to visit
April to September
Languages
Indonesian
Coordinates
5.550°, 95.320°
Key facts
1The museum is built on the site of a former hospital that was destroyed by the tsunami
2It houses a 100-ton ship that was washed ashore during the tsunami
3The museum's design symbolizes the wave that hit Aceh, with a slanted roof and a large wave sculpture
Timeline
2004: Inaugurated to commemorate the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami that devastated Aceh
2006: Opened to the public, showcasing artifacts and stories from the disaster
