Tuesday, 10 March 2009

My World Tues - Masjid Jamek

This is Masjid Jamek (Jamek Mosque). It was opened in 1909. That means it is 100 years old this year!! It served as the first national mosque until 1965 when the existing National Mosque was completed. The Moorish architecture of this mosque was designed by a British architect named Arthur Benison Hubback. It sits on the confluence of River Gombak and Klang.

Although it sits in the middle of the city, the mosque has a very calming effect on its visitors. I love my visit there!


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9 comments:

crocrodyl said...

Amazing architecture! Beautiful photo!

Ice said...

Are visitors allowed inside? I bet it is beautiful in there.

chrome3d said...

It must be a haven inside the city. Looks so clean and tranquil.

J.C. said...

Hi Ai Shiang,

Visitors are welcomed to visit Masjid Jamek. Visitors will be provided with robes to cover your legs if you are wearing shorts. And females are provided with scarves to cover your heads.

Louise said...

Beautiful building. Very nice photo and post.

Lilli & Nevada said...

beautiful architect thank you for sharing

Anonymous said...

I have been to that mosque years ago with my friends and yes, it's really impressive architecture. What more amazes me is its right smack in the middle of the city, well-preserved!

Anonymous said...

Such beautiful detail on the mosque.

The Good Life in Virginia said...

enjoyed the post and history of the mosque. it is a beautiful building.
thanks for sharing with us.

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