Being a Muslim country, Malaysia has a lot of mosques, some of which not only serve as a place of worship but also make a beautiful subject for photography.
But before we unravel the beautiful mosques in Malaysia, please be reminded that a mosque is a sacred place for daily worship. Following the rules of the mosques is a must.
1. Masjid Putra @ Putrajaya
This principal mosque of Putrajaya Wilaya is the only pink mosque in Malaysia. It is constructed with rose-tinted granite and can accommodate up top 15,000 worshippers.
Location: Persiaran Persekutuan, Presint 1, 62502 Putrajaya
2. Masjid Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz @ Shah Alam
If Masjid Putra is a pink mosque, Masjid Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz, on the other hand, is tagged as the blue mosque, which happens to be the largest mosque in Malaysia and the second largest in Southeast Asia next to Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta, Indonesia. This blue mosque can accommodate up to 24,000 worshippers at any one time.
Location: Persiaran Masjid St. Seksyen 14, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor
3. Masjid Selat Melaka @ Melaka
Masjid Selat Melaka is known as the floating mosque due to being located on the man-made Malacca Island. The mosque is constructed with modern Islamic design and craftsmanship; the main dome has a Middle Eastern appearance. Its striking and unusual design, plus the fact that it is floating, creates a compelling view, especially in the morning and dusk.
Location: Jalan Pulau Melaka 8, 75000 Melaka
4. Masjid Negara @ Kuala Lumpur
Masjid Negara (National Mosque) located in Kuala Lumpur, has a distinguished architectural style: a star-shaped dome that represents the 13 states of the country.
Location: Jalan Perdana, Tasik Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
5. Masjid Tengku Tengah Zaharah @ Teluk Ibai
Masjid Tengku Tengah Zaharah is the first floating mosque in Malaysia; making it the most famous religious structure in the state.
Location: 20400 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu
6. Masjid Kristal @ Terengganu
As the name implies, Masjid Kristal or Crystal Mosque in Terengganu is made of steel, glass, and crystal that make it sparkle with elegance.
Location: Pulau Wan Man, 21000 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu