aceh

The Aceh region, located in the westernmost part of the archipelago of the archipelago, occupies a strategic position as a trade and cultural trade gateway connecting East and West for centuries. Aceh is often referred to as a haven for Chinese, European, Indian and Arab traders, making Aceh the first cultural and religious entry in the archipelago. In the 7th century Indian merchants introduced Hinduism and Buddhism. However, the role of Aceh stands out in line with the entry and development of the Islamic religion in this region, which was introduced by Gujarat merchants from the Arab ranks before the 9th century.