National Mosque (Masjid Negara)

National Mosque (Masjid Negara)

National Mosque (Masjid Negara)
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9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:45 PM - 5:00 PM
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Non-Muslims are welcome to visit the striking National Mosque outside of prayer time. This modern mosque was completed in 1965 and can accommodate 15,000 people. Robes are kindly lent to visitors who are inappropriately dressed.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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  • TheLeongOhana
    United States7,548 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Big Beautiful Mosque
    We stopped by dring the visiting hours for non-Muslims. If you are modestly dressed with pants and shirt then one was ok to enter but wearing shorts, sleeveless tops required a mosque provided purple robe to cover up. Once inside we could wander throughout except where blocked off for Muslims only. The main attractions were the pool in front of the minaret, gardens, small museum and the large prayer hall. In the prayer hall we were met by a volunteer who gave us a little history about the mosque as well as Islam. Very insightful and worth a visit.
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 10 October 2023
  • Komator
    Barcelona, Spain902 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Impressive from the outside
    The National Mosque (Masjid Negara) is the main mosque in Kuala Lumpur. We arrived during prayer times so we couldn't get in, just walk around the gardens and see it from the outside. It's quite big and new.
    Visited August 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 19 October 2023
  • Zsuzsa.Guide
    Targu Secuiesc, Romania917 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Roof as a half-opened umbrella
    The National Mosque opened in 1965 can hold up to 10.000 worshippers. The dome is adorned with 18 pillars- 13 states od Malaysia and 5 pillars of Islam. To enter as a visitor you need to wear a purple robe-- will get at the entrance
    Visited March 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 7 March 2024
  • Dan L
    Bunbury, Australia8,536 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Symbol for Islam in Malaysia.
    Beautiful architecture is a feature of one of the most distinguished landmarks in KL. We had enjoyed views of the building externally while on a shore excursion, on this occasion we were able to visit the interior and ancillary areas. Good information signage and we learnt that the dome is a unique star shape, impressive looking upwards but had to suffice with the model for the plan view. The minaret rises to a height of 73m. Like most modern mosques that we have visited during our travels, the building is a combination of modern architecture and engineering with water features, traditional Islamic Art, calligraphy and ornamentation. The photos that I will post give an insight to the beauty of the building. Free guided tours and free robes supplied if inadequately attired. The mosque was accorded National Heritage status in 2007.
    Visited March 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 1 April 2024
  • Wikumj
    Redhill, United Kingdom433 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Pair with a visit to Islamic Art Museum
    Hardly a must see but an interesting building and experience for us who haven't been to many mosques before. It is very close to the Islamic Arts museum which we wanted to see anyway, so a visit can be paired with that. It doesn't take long , maybe 15 mins. You are provided with a robe at entry to cover arms and legs.
    Visited June 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 4 June 2024
  • Amila Perera
    Gampaha, Sri Lanka472 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great experience
    Great Mosque, a combination of several architectural influences and spacious and gracious. the tour was free and the volunteers are extremely frenziedly and never ever hinted about money or donations. Please visit in the morning to avoid heat.
    Visited June 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 13 June 2024
  • YuppieLionheart
    Philippines674 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A beautiful mosque
    The National Mosque of Malaysia is open to non-muslim however you must adhere and respect their rules. There is a designated space for non-muslim and you have to cover up. However, we opted not to go inside and just appreciated the architectural structure from outside.
    Visited March 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 25 August 2024
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TheLeongOhana
United States7,548 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Couples
We stopped by dring the visiting hours for non-Muslims.

If you are modestly dressed with pants and shirt then one was ok to enter but wearing shorts, sleeveless tops required a mosque provided purple robe to cover up.

Once inside we could wander throughout except where blocked off for Muslims only.

The main attractions were the pool in front of the minaret, gardens, small museum and the large prayer hall. In the prayer hall we were met by a volunteer who gave us a little history about the mosque as well as Islam. Very insightful and worth a visit.
Written 11 October 2023
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gustova_69
Pereslavl-Zalessky, Russia3,680 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • Friends
A very beautiful mosque is the spiritual center and symbol of Islam for the entire Muslim Kuala Lumpur. Robes with hoods are provided free of charge at the entrance; without them, entry into the territory will not be allowed. The main hall of the mosque seats 8 thousand people, we were able to go in and admire its rich decoration; at the time of our visit there were only a few people in the hall. The mosque is crowned with a ribbed star-shaped dome, the eighteen corners of which symbolize the 13 states of Malaysia and the “5 Pillars of Islam”. The mosque complex includes a 73 m high minaret. The architecture of the building reveals traditional Islamic artistic traditions, but interpreted in a modern way.
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Written 17 June 2024
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Princes of travel
Paris, France6,789 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Couples
The national mosque is located southwest of the city, on a hill. Open to non-Muslims outside prayer times, it is possible to visit it after registering at the counter via an online form.

The mosque is open from Saturday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. and from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Friday, only open in the afternoon. Entrance is free and, if you do not wear the appropriate clothing to enter, you will be loaned a tunic/dress whether you are a man or a woman.

The prayer room is very large, you walk around a pool where the minaret is located. The building, modern in appearance, has a nice design and, from the terrace and balconies, we have a beautiful view of Kuala and the surrounding buildings.

The welcome is friendly and smiling, very warm. We feel that tourists are welcome to discover Malaysian culture. There is a small museum section with the history of the construction and renovation of the mosque with photos and other objects as well as a model. A few small stands sell snacks and other local food.

A pleasant visit
Google
Written 9 September 2023
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Erick Tseng
San Francisco, CA917 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Family
A stunning piece of architecture, the national mosque in Kuala Lumpur was one of our trip highlights. Make sure you check opening times before going. You also need to be dressed appropriately. Don't worry if you're not though, as they will provide you with complimentary robes if you need to cover up. The mosque is peaceful and serene inside, a welcome respite from a day of city sightseeing. The prayer hall is massive and very much worth a look.

I would definitely recommend including this destination as you explore the sights of Kuala Lumpur.
Written 4 April 2023
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Vronika J
7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • Friends
Thank you for letting us the NonMuslim to experience how it's like to be in a mosque. Such an interesting experience to see nice infrastructure and calm surrounding. Tq to mosque management that allowed us to getinside, they prepare proper attire if you wear unaccordingly
Written 7 December 2022
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Dan L
Bunbury, Australia8,536 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Couples
Beautiful architecture is a feature of one of the most distinguished landmarks in KL. We had enjoyed views of the building externally while on a shore excursion, on this occasion we were able to visit the interior and ancillary areas. Good information signage and we learnt that the dome is a unique star shape, impressive looking upwards but had to suffice with the model for the plan view. The minaret rises to a height of 73m. Like most modern mosques that we have visited during our travels, the building is a combination of modern architecture and engineering with water features, traditional Islamic Art, calligraphy and ornamentation. The photos that I will post give an insight to the beauty of the building. Free guided tours and free robes supplied if inadequately attired. The mosque was accorded National Heritage status in 2007.
Written 2 April 2024
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Olivia0716
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia33 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 • Friends
This was an underwhelming experience and not a positive one either. Everyone greeted us very cordially and we’re given head-coverings upon arrival. I has the expectation that this would be a more cultural experience, learning about the history of the mosque, the Islam faith, and the architecture of the building. Boy, I was in for a treat. The tour guide that gave us the whole run down was very nice, friendly and informative, but it got to the point where he almost got TOO pushy with his way of explaining Islam to my friends and I, to the point where we felt really uncomfortable, not to mention he was just openly trashing and criticizing other faiths, which is not ok regardless of whether your practice any other religions. I respected him for exercising his faith and being passionate about it, but don’t shove it down my throat and definitely don’t try to convince me that it’s your way or the highway and everyone else is wrong. Aside from that, I thought the building in itself is nice, but nothing extraordinary that blew my mind. I could say you Can skip this and make room for other activities on your list.
Written 30 January 2023
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N S
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Family
I am a foreigner who wanted to perform his salah with his family. We were denied entry due to my wife being improperly covered – she wears hijab. Further, I was declined entry for not registering – no registration, no salah. Only after talking to a number of security guards was I allowed, alone, without wife and children, to enter. Needless to say, that I ultimately did not perform my prayer in this masjid. Will most definitely never visit again in my life, in sha Allah. May Allah guide them.
Written 17 August 2024
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CAM
London, UK671 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
As Christians (non-Muslims) we enjoyed our visit to the National Mosque in KL. The prayer space is huge & the design & architecture of the building lends itself to a contemplative & peaceful space. Most people were given a gown to ensure they were dressed modestly and that women’s heads were covered. A good insight into the religious diversity of KL.
Written 28 August 2023
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Amila Perera
Gampaha, Sri Lanka472 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
June 2024 • Couples
Great Mosque, a combination of several architectural influences and spacious and gracious. the tour was free and the volunteers are extremely frenziedly and never ever hinted about money or donations. Please visit in the morning to avoid heat.
Written 13 June 2024
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