Masjid Negara, the national mosque of Malaysia

Description

Located in the Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia is one of the biggest Mosques of Malaysia, the Masjid Negara; the national mosque of Malaysia. As was the case in of Masjid Istiqlal of Jakarta, this mosque was also built as a thanks giving for the countries independence. Completed in 1965, the Masjid can accomodate a congregation of 15,000. It has facilities for females as well. Surrounded beautiful gardens, it has a unique modern design with a 73-metre-high minaret and an 18-pointed star concrete main roof. Masjid Negara is a must visit on a to KL.

Address

Jalan Lembbah Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Phone No

006 0326937784 / 006 0326913696

Email

[email protected]

Website

http://www.masjidnegara.gov.my

Language of service

English/ Malay

Prayers

Five daily prayers, Jumu

Quick Facts

• Female prayer section
• Wudu facilities for ladies
• Toilets
• Function rooms
• Parking