Malaysia with no doubt is an aesthetic multi-racial and multi-religious country, with mind-blowing architecture buildings. Since approximately 60% of Malaysians practise Islam and it is the official religion of the country, let us together explore our top 15 list of Unique & Beautiful Mosque in Malaysia.
Top 15 Unique & Beautiful Mosque in Malaysia
1. Masjid Putra, Putrajaya
Masjid Putra, Putrajaya was built on March 15th, 1996, originally initiated by our 4th and 7th Prime Minister, Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad. With its unique architecture, from Jambatan Putra, we can see this mosque almost floating on the lake’s surface. It also highlights Persian architecture mixed with modern & contemporary elements.
Address: Persiaran Persekutuan, Presint 1, 62502 Putrajaya, Wilayah Persekutuan, Putrajaya
Operating time: Everyday, 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
For more information, visit their official website & Facebook page.
2. Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Inspired by the architecture of Masjid Nabawi in Madinah, Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu, Sabah was built from 1983 – 2000. It is styled with the postmodernism Arabian or Middle-Eastern typology design, making it the second most prominent mosque in Sabah after the state mosque.
Address: Jalan Pasir, Jalan Teluk Likas, Kampung Likas, 88400 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Operating time: Everyday, 5:00 am – 10:00 pm
For more information about this beautiful mosque in Malaysia, visit their Facebook page.
3. Masjid Cina Melaka, Malacca
With its Chinese-styled architecture, it is one of the most accurate proofs of Malaysia’s multi-culturalism. Masjid China Melaka, Malacca as true to its name is a combination design from several mosques in China; Beijing, Shanghai, & X’ian, built from 2012-2014. The most special thing about this mosque is its Friday prayer sermon is delivered in Mandarin.
Address: Masjid Cina Melaka, 76450, Malacca
Operating time: Everyday, 5:00 am – 11:00 pm
For more information, visit their Facebook page.
4. Masjid Negeri Sultan Ahmad Shah, Pahang
Masjid Negeri Sultan Ahmad Shah, Pahang is the state mosque in Kuantan city, built in 1994. It is named after Pahang’s 6th Raja Bendahara, Duli Yang Maha Mulia Sultan Ahmad Al-Mu’adzam Shah, and designed inspired by the architecture of the Uthmaniyah era. The colours used most for this mosque are green and blue which are widely associated with peace and openness.
Address: Jalan Mahkota, Kompleks Pentadbiran Kerajaan Negeri Pahang, 25000 Kuantan, Pahang
Operating time: Sunday – Friday, 5:30 am – 11:00 pm & Saturday, 5:30 am – 10:30 pm
For more information, visit their official website, Instagram, & Facebook page.
5. Masjid Sri Sendayan, Negeri Sembilan
Being labelled as the Taj Mahal of Malaysia, Masjid Sri Sendayan, Negeri Sembilan was built in 2005 through the wakaf concept by the Founder of RHB Group, Tan Sri Abd Rashid Hussain. The design of this mosque is a mixture of elements from various countries namely Egypt, Turki, Dubai, Maghribi, & China.
Address: Masjid Sri Sendayan, Persiaran Idaman Villa, Bandar Sri Sendayan, 71950 Siliau, Negeri Sembilan
Operating time: Everyday, 5:00 am – 10:00 pm
For more information, visit their Facebook page.
6. Masjid Wilayah Persekutuan, Kuala Lumpur
Aligned to its “Mosque in Garden” concept, the Federal mosque, Masjid Wilayah Persekutuan, Kuala Lumpur was built in 1997 initiated also by our 4th and 7th Prime Minister, Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad. Its external design is inspired by the traditional architecture of mosques in the Uthmaniyah era, meanwhile its internal design highlights the traditional Malay and Middle Eastern architecture.
Address: Jalan Tuanku Abdul Halim, Kompleks Kerajaan, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating time: Saturday – Thursday, 10:00 am – 4:00pm & Friday, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, 2:00 – 4:00 pm
For more information, visit their official website & Facebook page.
7. Masjid Kapitan Keling, Penang
Masjid Kapitan Keling, Penang is the oldest mosque in that state, built in 1801 by the Indian Muslim traders and spotlights the blend of Chinese and Indian cultures; another great proof of Malaysia’s multi-culturalism. This mosque is placed right beside the well-known Nasi Kandar restaurant in Penang, Restoran Nasi Kandar Beratur.
Address: 14, Jalan Buckingham, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating time: Everyday, 5:00 am – 10:00 pm
For more information about this beautiful mosque in Malaysia, visit their Facebook page.
8. Masjid Ubudiah, Perak
Originally initiated by Sultan Idris Murshidul’azam Shah, Masjid Ubudiah, Perak was built from 1913 – 1917. Unfortunately, this mosque with Moorish and Indo-Saracenic architectural design was not completely built when Sultan Idris was still around due to his death in a year before; 1916. Masjid Ubudiah is also known as Masjid Iskandariah or Masjid Diraja Perak.
Address: Jalan Istana, 33000 Kuala Kangsar, Perak
Operating time: Everyday except Friday, 9:00 am – 12:00 noon, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
For more information, visit their official website & Facebook page.
9. Masjid Diraja Sultan Suleiman, Selangor
Masjid Diraja Sultan Suleiman, Selangor was built in 1932, celebrating the declaration of Klang as Selangor’s administration centre. This mosque was once the state mosque before Masjid Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah, Shah Alam was built. In terms of its design, it utilises an inspiration from Moghul architecture.
Address: Jalan Raya Timur, Kawasan 1, 41000 Klang, Selangor
Operating time: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
For more information, visit their official website & Facebook page.
10. Masjid Zahir, Kedah
Showcast a colonial-styled construction, Masjid Zahir, Kedah or also known as Masjid Zahrah was built in 1912 as the state mosque. Its design reflects the Islamic ruling tradition of Kedah’s royalty, aligned to Moorish and Moghul architecture and located strategically at the heart of Alor Setar.
Address: Jalan Kampung Perak, Bandar Alor Setar, 05150 Alor Setar, Kedah
Operating time: Everyday, 5:00 am – 10:00 pm
For more information, visit their official website & Facebook page.
11. Masjid Ar-Rahman, Kelantan
Masjid Ar-Rahman, Kelantan was built in 2016 at Kg. Pulau Gajah surrounded by the breath-taking nature scenery around it. The first thing to see at this mosque is its gigantic gateway made of chengal wood. This mosque applies Malay architectural elements completely for its design, which is so fine and near to our heart.
Address: Kampung Pulau Gajah, Pulau Gajah, 16100 Kota Bharu, Kelantan
Operating time: Everyday
For more information, visit their Facebook page.
12. Masjid Kristal, Terengganu
Once awarded as the third most beautiful mosque in the world, Masjid Kristal, Terengganu is very popular due to its extensive use of glass material and the use of various onion-shaped domes, minarets, and turrets. It features Islamic architecture monuments from Islamic countries around the globe. Its unique beauty spotlights a glistening exterior which is true to its name.
Address: Pulau Wan Man, Losong Panglima P’erang, 21000 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu
Operating time: Everyday, 6:00 am – 11:00 pm
For more information, visit their Facebook page.
13. Masjid Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin, Putrajaya
Masjid Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin, Putrajaya was named after Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong XIII, Al-Wathiqu Billah Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin Ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Mahmud Al-Muktafi Billah Shah, built in 2004. Its internal and external design focuses on Quranic ayah complimented with Chinese and German artistry.
Address: 25, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Presint 3, 62100 Putrajaya, Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya
Operating time: Everyday, 5:00 am – 10:00 pm
For more information, visit their official website & Facebook page.
14. Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar, Johor
Johor’s state mosque Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar was built 1892, influenced by the architecture of the Victorian era and Mughal Indian architecture. The most significant feature of this mosque is the wall moulding along its exterior made using stucco plaster. It’s not only pleasant for the eyes, but also prevents rain water from windows or opening along the walls.
Address: Jalan Gertak Merah, Masjid Sultan Abu Bakar, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor
Operating time: Everyday, 24/7
For more information about this beautiful mosque in Malaysia, visit their Facebook page.
15. Masjid Lapan Kubah, Terengganu
Branded as Malaysia’s Russian Mosque, Masjid Lapan Kubah, Terengganu was built almost similar to St Basil Cathedral, Moscow, in the middle of a paddy field. This mosque was a result of people’s donation or wakaf, and its bright colours really draw people’s attention to visit.
Address: 1315, Jalan Masjid, Kg Lapan Kotak, 22000 Jerteh, Terengganu
Operating time: Everyday, 5:00 am – 10:00 pm
For more information, visit their Facebook page.
Just a clarification, some of the operating time shown for these Unique and Beautiful Mosque in Malaysia, may indicate their organisation’s business hours, probably for meetings on seminars, talks, programs, etc.. It is not necessarily to show that they don’t accept guests other than those durations. However, it is still recommended to visit the mosques according to its operating time.
As a Malaysian, knowing that we have all these architectural marvel mosques, we should be so proud of our country. And it is also a waste if we don’t visit, witness, and cherish its beauty.
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