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Masjid Negara - Kuala Lumpur
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National Mosque: Masjid Negara (National Mosque)
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  • Updated By mansionion on November 26, 2003
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  • Masjid Negara - Kuala Lumpur
    Masjid Negara
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    The National Mosque is located just across the street from the old KL Railway Station. The location was chosen by the country first Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj; as he want it to be easily accesible by those people from outstation who come to KL by train. (It is common for Muslims travellers to drop by at the nearest mosque to cleanse up and perform their prayers before continuing their journey. If it is late in the evening, mosque is also often use a place for them to stay overnite).

    Completed in 1965 at a cost of RM10million, the building consist of a prayer hall, multi purpose hall, the warrior mausoleum, a library, offices, open courtyard and the minaret.

    The prayer hall is sheltered by a folded-plate roof in the shape of "semi-opened umbrella" with 18 pleats radiating from the centre. Its minaret is in the shape of "closed umbrella" stands at 72 metres from the ground. This umbrella design gives the mosque a unique contrast to other onion shape domes and minaret in the buildings within its vicinity.

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  • Directions: Diagonally opposite the old KL Railway station.
  • Website: http://www.cuti.com.my/Sub/Kl/guide_nmosque.htm

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    National Mosque: Masjid Negara
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  • By mary2u99 on May 9, 2006
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  • My friend in front of the Mosque - Kuala Lumpur
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    This building had a unique star shaped done representing the 13 states of Malaysia and the five pillars of Islam.

    It has a 73 meters high minaret.

    Proper dress code is imposed here or you will be ask to wear a robe and headscarves are provided.

    Operating hours: Open to tourist from 9:00am -12:30p, 2:00pm - 3:30pm and 5:00pm - 6:30pm.

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    National Mosque: Giant Umbrella
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  • Updated By city_guy on January 21, 2004
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  • Former National Mosque at night - Kuala Lumpur
    Former National Mosque at
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    Ok, it's like this: If you're into Mosques, then you would want to go see our former national mosque in the city. But this time it's all renovated and lighted up. So a night visit would be lovely just like it is in the picture.

    If I were to discribe the history on it, It'll be at least 3478 words. I'm pretty sure most of you know what a mosque is used for but if you so desire for more info on this one here, please drop me an email and I'll send you the info.

    Located next to the old Railway Station and Railway Administration building, this is a short walk from the Chinatown area.

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    National Mosque: The Mosque
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  • Updated By xaver on November 12, 2006
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  • The Mosque - Kuala Lumpur
    The Mosque
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    This mosque includes a contemporary expression of traditional Islamic art, calligraphy and ornamentats.
    Its most striking feature is the multi fold umbrella like roof which symbolizes the aspirations of an independent nation. Standing prominently against the skyline is the sleek and stylish 73m high minaret.
    The national mosque serves serves as the principal mosque for the city dwellers.

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    National Mosque: National Mosque
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  • By Ines28 on September 26, 2004
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  • National Mosque - Kuala Lumpur
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    Built in 1965, this modern white-marble building is a stark contrast to the Masjik Jamek across the river. The upper deck houses the main prayer hall and a reflecting pool. The Grand Hall is surrounded by deep verandahs which are screened off by white grilles of traditional Islamic designs. The floor of the Grand Hall is carpeted and the remaining area is finished in terrazzo. The Grand Hall is sheltered by a folded-plate roof in the shape of a 'semi opened umbrella' with 18 pleats radiating from the centre.

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  • By yen_2 on July 27, 2003
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  • See that umbrella like dome? - Kuala Lumpur
    See that umbrella like dome?
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    They say, most of the people when they get there have their own umbrellas because of the heat. so, they build a very big unbrella like dome instead a round one.

    This boldly modern Mosque is located near the railway station. Its roof, designed in the shape of an eighteen-pointed star, has the appearance of a partly opened umbrella roof. The mosque was completed around 1960's, and it is situated among five acres (13 hectares) of beautiful gardens. Visitors are required to remove their shoes. Special robes are provided if you are not appropriately attired.

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  • Phone: 2-274-6063
  • Other Contact: 2-693-6664

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    National Mosque: The National Mosque.(Masjid Negara).
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  • By marimar_72 on July 9, 2003
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  • National Mosque - Kuala Lumpur
    National Mosque
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    This current National mosque was bulit in 1965,it has blue dome with star-shaped with 18 points, one for each of Malaysia's 13 stated and the 5 pillars of Islam.Another 48 smaller domes emulate the great mosque in Makkah.

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    National Mosque: Masjid Negara
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  • By cheekymarieh on January 1, 2003
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  • The mosque lies in some vast gardens and is said to be one the largest in Asia. It’s design is based upon the Grand Mosque in Mecca with 48 small domes and the main dome which symbolises the 5 pillars of Islam and the 13 states of Malaysia. As with all mosques you are required to take off your shoes (and cover your head if you’re a woman). Make sure you are suitably dressed if you want to go inside.

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  • Directions: Close to the main railway station

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  • By phil_uk_net on March 12, 2003
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    Malaysia is a Muslim country so I felt an obligation to visit the National Mosque as it is the centre of Islam in the country.
    I am not a Muslim so there was no religious significance for me but it was fairly interesting all the same.
    The roof, designed in the shape of an eighteen-pointed star, looks like a partially opened umbrella.
    Appropriate clothing is required but is available to borrow if you are not suitably attired.

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  • Directions: Near the railway station, along Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin.

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    National Mosque: National Mosque.
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  • Updated By Guantanamera on September 13, 2006
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  • National Mosque - Kuala Lumpur
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    Also called Masjid Negara, the National Mosque is expansive with a very ultra-modern design aesthetic... I made a visit here with VT member "Jillworld" during my trip to southeast Asia in January of 2002... I generally prefer more traditional mosque architecture such as that of the stunning El Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem so I was not especially impressed with this one although it is interesting to compare the aesthetics...

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