The National Mosque is located in Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia. The original site was a Christian church. The concept began in 1957 and was completed in 1965. It is a mosque that can accommodate 15,000 people for prayers and is one of the largest mosques in Southeast Asia. The architectural style of the National Mosque features modern design combined with contemporary Islamic art, calligraphy, and decorations. The most astonishing feature is the main prayer hall with its multi-fold umbrella-shaped roof, symbolizing an open and closed umbrella, reflecting Malaysia's climatic characteristics, and the 245-foot high minaret symbolizing the spirit of freedom and independence.
Jamek Mosque
Jamek Mosque, completed in 1909, is one of the oldest mosques in Kuala Lumpur. In Arabic, 'Jamek' means a place where Muslims gather for worship. This century-old mosque is located at the confluence of the Klang River and the Gombak River. For over a hundred years, it has quietly stood by the riverside, witnessing the development and changes of Kuala Lumpur.
Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque
The Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque, also known as the Shah Alam Mosque and more familiarly as the Blue Mosque, is named for its blue and white dome and main building. It is the largest mosque in Malaysia and the second largest in Southeast Asia, after the Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta, Indonesia. Additionally, it holds several world records, including the world's tallest minaret at 142.3 meters, the world's tallest group of minarets at 142.3 meters, and the world's largest dome with a diameter of 51.2 meters.
Putra Mosque, also known as the Rose Mosque, Pink Mosque, or Water Mosque, is considered the most beautiful by tourists regardless of its name. Located beside Putrajaya Lake, the mosque is predominantly pink, making it a perfect spot for photography! Non-Muslims are also allowed to enter for a visit, but they must wear pink robes, adding a dreamy and exotic touch.
Tengku Mizan Zainal Abidin Mosque
Officially known as the Tengku Mizan Zainal Abidin Mosque, it was founded in 2004 and completed in 2009. The inauguration ceremony was presided over by the then Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Tengku Mizan Zainal Abidin, in 2010. This mosque is unique not only in Malaysia but also globally, as it is made of steel and lacks walls and a minaret, completely overturning the common perception of a mosque.
The Federal Territory Mosque is located on Jalan Duta, covering an area of 33 acres. It is the largest and most extensive mosque in the capital city of Kuala Lumpur, recognized as a state-level mosque due to its grand scale and specifications. The mosque was constructed in 1997 and completed in 2000, with its inauguration by the then Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin.
