Banda Atjeh, the city hardest hit by the tsunami, is commemorating the tragic event that claimed 60,000 lives. Ceremonies at mosques, tsunami training in schools, and cleaning of specially constructed evacuation buildings highlight the ongoing impact of the disaster in this deeply religious region. Community members gather to honor their connections to the tragedy, sharing personal stories of loss and resilience. Despite extensive reconstruction efforts supported by foreign investments, the memory of the tsunami remains profoundly present in the city’s collective consciousness.