Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Coordinates: 3.141900, 101.691700
Nasjid Negara also knows as National Mosque of Malaysia is a mosque in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
It is a place of worship for Muslims (Sunni), has a capacity of 15.000 people.
The main roof resembles an open umbrella, the minaret has a height of 73 m and has a nice garden around (13 acres= about 53.000 square meters).
History
Malaya gained its independence from the British government on 31 August 1957.
Major development programs in areas of the economy, social, and architecture were actively implemented in line with the new government.
Therefore an idea to build a national mosque as a symbol of the country’s independence was mooted.
The mosque was built on the former site of a church, the Venning Road Brethren Gospel Hall, which was acquired by the government in 1961.
The church was offered land on Jalan Imbi as a replacement and is now known as Jalan Imbi Chapel.
The mosque underwent major renovations in 1987, and the once-pink concrete roof is now clad in green and blue tiles.
Today, Masjid Negara continues to stand sleek and stylish against the Kuala Lumpur skyline.
An underground passage leads to the National Mosque located near the railway station, along Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin.
On 27 August 2015, Masjid Negara celebrated its Golden Jubilee (50th anniversary).
Know This
Need to have clothes accepted by Muslim religion. If not you will take one robe from the reception. Not possible to enter main prayers room for non muslims.
It is free to visit, but there are only certain hours during the day which are open to visitors.
They also have places to store your shoes outside the mosque.
