- Address: Jalan Perdana, Tasik Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Website: masjidnegara.gov.my
- Architectural style: modernism
- Opening: 1965
- Height: 70 m
In the capital of Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur - is the largest mosque in the country - Negara, which means "national". Its other name is Masjid Negara. The population of the state is mostly Muslims, and a huge number of religious citizens are constantly converging here for prayer. But, unlike other mosques in the city, the way here is open for tourists, only for certain hours.
History of the Negara Mosque
Immediately after the country gained independence from Great Britain in 1957, in honor of this event, it was decided to build a mosque that symbolized the disposal of a heavy yoke that passed without bloodshed. Initially, the structure should have been named after the first prime minister of the country. But he refused such honor, and the mosque was called national.
Features of architecture of the Negara mosque
The amazing building has a dome, similar to a half-open umbrella or a star with 16 corners. Previously, the roof was covered with pink tiles, but in 1987 it was replaced with blue-green. The minaret soars upwards on 73 m, and it is visible practically from any point of city.
The interior wall murals and ornaments symbolize modern Islam and include national motives. The main hall of the mosque is unique - it can accommodate up to 8 thousand people at a time. Around the building of the mosque there are beautiful fountains of white marble.
How to get to the Masjid Negara Mosque?
It's easy to get to the mosque. For example, from Chinatown it is separated only 20 minutes on foot by Leboh Pasar Besar. And the fastest way to auto, bypassing traffic jams - is Jalan Damansara. At the entrance to the mosque, there is no need to wear a handkerchief - tourists are given full-fledged hoodies that cover the body from head to toe.