History
Masjid Jamek, one of Kuala Lumpur's oldest mosques, is a must-visit, located between the Klang and Gombak rivers. Built in 1909 by Sultan Abdul Samad, it serves as the city's central house of worship for Muslims. The name "Jamek" comes from the Arabic word "Jami," meaning a gathering place for worship.
Significance
Standing over 70 feet tall, Masjid Jamek is renowned for its unique Moorish architecture, featuring bright white marble, detailed carvings, and mosaics. It includes a traditional dome, four slender minarets, and beautifully decorated stained glass windows and marble pillars. The mosque also reflects an Indo-Saracenic style, reminiscent of Indian Muslim Mughal architecture.
Travel Tips
Masjid Jamek is only a 7-minute walk away from the KL Tourism Bureau and also the location of the Masjid Jamek LRT station.
Photo Spot Ideas
Tip: Best taken from Dataran Merdeka field aiming at the central clock tower, especially beautiful when illuminated at night.
Did You Know
Before the mosque was built, the land it sits on was actually the first Malay burial ground in the city.
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The architect, A.B. Hubback, was a British military man who also designed the KL Railway Station in a similar Moorish-Moghul style.
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Location
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Masjid Jamek Kl, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Travel Tips
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The Sultan Abdul Samad building is only an 8 minute walk away from the Kuala Lumpur Tourism Bureau and is walking distance from the Masjid Jamek LRT Station.
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