National Mosque of Malaysia

                    The National Mosque of Malaysia, known popularly as Masjid Negara.  National Mosque of Malaysia is among the most important religious sites in Kuala Lumpur and plays an important role in shaping the city's cultural identity. The National Mosque was started in 1963, but two more years passed before it was completed. Similar to the Grand Mosque, this building is also somewhat close to the architecture at Mecca. It also hosts a beautiful umbrella-shaped golden blue-tiled dome and a very high-towered structure of about 73 meters. The main hall of Masjid Negara can accommodate about 15,000 people at the same time and is known for its glassworks, mosaics, and perforated works of other handicrafts. Visitors of all religions are welcome to the mosque, but not during the times of prayer. Besides the prayer services, meetings, and exhibitions held in the mosque, other buildings have been put up in a serene park-like environment surrounding the mosque. As a historical and cultural icon, this complex allows foreign and Malaysian visitors to take a tour and learn further about the history of the Islamic faith and its practices.

Address: Jalan Perdana, Tasik Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.