Add a review about the Jamek Mosque

Djamek Mosque was erected just over a century ago - in 1909 . - and today is considered the oldest mosque in Kuala Lumpur . Tourists visiting the shrine are usually impressed with several moments . Firstly, it's architectural style . Djamek mosque is built in the best oriental traditions of Moorish architecture and has an unusual appearance . The monastery is made in two colors - red and white, which also gives it a special, solemn look . @ Two minarets rise above Djamek Mosque one and three large domes of silvery color . It is curious that the construction of the monastery was not conducted by the Malaysian, and the English architect - Arthur Hubbek .

Keep in mind that tourists should not go inside the Jamek mosque, but only walk on its territory and to examine the monastery from the outside. Visitors are also required to follow the dress code. Women should be with their heads covered and shoulders closed. Men can not appear here in short shorts and open T-shirts.

Secondly, it is worth noting the unusual location of this Kuala Lumpur landmark. The Djamek mosque is located almost at the confluence of two rivers - Gombak and Klang. The monastery stands surrounded by coconut palms and thanks to this it looks like a kind of islet of tranquility and harmony in the midst of a noisy metropolis. By the way, until 1965 the Jamek Mosque was considered the main mosque in Malaysia until the national mosque of Negara was built in Kuala Lumpur

Excursion around the Djamek mosque in Kuala Lumpur

Keep in mind that tourists should not go inside the Djamek mosque , and it is allowed only to walk on its territory and to examine the monastery from the outside. Visitors are also required to follow the dress code. So, the fair sex should be with a covered head (in a scarf) and with closed shoulders, and the length of the dress or skirt - not necessarily above the knees. Men are not allowed to appear here in short shorts and open T-shirts

There are especially many believers on the Jamek mosque on Fridays, so it's better to choose any other day for the excursion.

By the way, in the evening, lighting is included in the monastery, and due to its unusual architecture it acquires even more beautiful and enchanting view.

How to get there

You can get to the Jamek mosque on city trams No. S01, S18 and S68. They ply with an interval of ten minutes. The stop on which to exit is called "Masjid Jamek". The bus stop closest to the mosque is called "Jalan Raja". It is served by buses with the route number U11 (the interval of traffic is about 20 minutes)

From the Jalan Raja bus stop to the Djamek mosque you need to walk about 450 m along Jalan Tun Perak street.