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Its main hall (prayer hall), measuring 3,844 sq ft, is surrounded by wide verandahs with four mezzanine areas, each topped by a dome. The main dome is situated in the north-east of the building. The five large domes symbolise the five Islamic principles.
Key Tips
Touted as one of the most beautiful mosques in South East Asia, its architecture was inspired by Masjid Azizi in Sumatra, Indonesia.
How to get there
By road
From Kuala Lumpur, take the North South Expressway (PLUS), heading north towards Kedah and take the Alor Setar Selatan exit (Interchange 177) into Alor Setar which is about 4km from this exit
By train
Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) provides regular trips from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar town in Kedah. For further details please visit www.ktmb.com.my
Who to contact
For more information, please contact Tourism Malaysia Kedah Office at +604-731 2322 / 730 1322.
Accommodation Overview
There is a lot of hotel offered in Alor Star town. |
