Putra Mosque
Putra Mosque is a beautiful mosque built out of rose tinted granite, it has a central asian Islamic design with a distinctive Persian dome. The mosque is located on the edge of Putrajaya Lake in the heart of the city next to Dataran Putra....
Putra Mosque is a beautiful mosque built out of rose tinted granite, it has a central asian Islamic design with a distinctive Persian dome. The mosque is located on the edge of Putrajaya Lake in the heart of the city next to Dataran Putra. Construction was officially completed on 1 September 1999 at a cost of around RM250 million. It is named after the first Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tungku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj.
Putra Mosque is Putrajaya's famous pink mosque. It combines Middle Eastern and traditional Malay design elements in its architecture. The mosque consists of three main functional areas - the prayer hall, the courtyard, and various learning facilities and function rooms. Non-Muslims are welcome to visit the mosque, but may not enter the mosque building itself during prayer hours. It can accommodate 15000 worshippers at a time.
Even if you do not know anything about Islam you will surely be impressed by the Putra Mosque.
Visiting Hours are:
Saturday-Thursday: 9am-12.30pm, 2-4pm, 5.30-6pm
Friday: 3-4pm, 5.30-6pm
Visitors are requested to dress respectfully.
Female visitors will be directed to proceed to the robe counter and put on a pink robe with a hood.
Beautiful Town - Georgetown, Penang
Georgetown is famous for its historical buildings that are influenced by eastern and western cultures. It has been listed as the UNESCO World Heritage with Malacca on 7 July 2008.
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...Georgetown is famous for its historical buildings that are influenced by eastern and western cultures. It has been listed as the UNESCO World Heritage with Malacca on 7 July 2008.
Read more: http://www.synotrip.com/martin-wong/historical-old-town-melaka
The easy going lifestyle on Penang is a result of the melting pot of cultures, religions and food. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town in particular, is because of multicultural and multiracial , evidence of which is apparent everywhere, from cuisine to architecture.
The fascinating culture is complemented by golden beaches and tranquil seas. One would have to search far and wide to find an island blessed with so many natural attractions. It is truly a tropical paradise that offers something for everyone, from historical buffs and nature park enthusiasts to those just wanting to relax on a sun-drenched beach.
Be it lush tropical gardens or ornately designed temples or unique heritage buildings and street arts, Penang will give you a glimpse into a world where nature, tradition and history blend into a rich cultural tapestry.
Historical Old Town - Malacca
Firmly rooted as Malaysia's historical city, visiting Melaka's is like a journey back in time to witness the adventures and discoveries during Melaka's golden age....
Firmly rooted as Malaysia's historical city, visiting Melaka's is like a journey back in time to witness the adventures and discoveries during Melaka's golden age. Melaka is a place rich with heritage buildings, ancient landmarks and colonial structures, where you can experience 7 cultures in one time, British, Dutch, Portuguese, Chinese, Malays, Indian and Baba Nyonnya.
Today, in Melaka, you can still see the imprints of British, Dutch and Portuguese forces left behind in forts, museums, churches and towers. There are many historical sites to visit that give you a glimpse of Melaka's glorious past. Visit Melaka for the cultural experience of a lifetime.
It was here that colonial forces first made contact with Malaysia, which eventually shaped the country into its current economic and political system. It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with George Town of Penang on 7 July 2008.
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