This impressive mosque is located at Jalan Timur. It was built by the British and presented to Sultan Sulaiman in the early 19th century. Set amidst a beautifully landscaped garden, the building displays an interesting blend of British Imperial, Moorish and Arabic architecture.
A renowned British architect designed this beautiful mosque and it now stands as a proud symbol of the victory of Malaya over the British.
Admission: Free.
Fondé en 1998, le Musée des arts islamiques de Malaisie est un mélange attrayant d’architecture moderne et de design islamique traditionnel. Cette imposante structure blanche étincelante se trouve juste à côté de la Mosquée nationale et derrière le bâtiment administratif de Malayan Railways. Au centre du musée, vous trouverez une collection impressionnante d’objets d’art islamique de Malaisie et d’autres pays islamiques. Le musée abrite également une bibliothèque et un centre de recherche ouverts au public, et propose de nombreux programmes éducatifs pour en savoir davantage sur l’art et la culture de la région.
One of the largest mosques in Southeast Asia, this impressive building is frequently referred to as "The Blue Mosque." It is huge and magnificent, with an enormous dark blue dome and four majestic minarets that soar over Selangor's picturesque skyline from an impressive elevation of 466.8 feet (142.28 meters). Decorative Islamic calligraphy enhances the dome and the main prayer hall, while the overall architecture integrates ethnic Malay design elements and Modernist patterns. The mosque is adjoined by a small yet beautiful lake, which makes it a particularly serene setting, especially at sunset. The mosque's highly-intricate decorative Khat calligraphy can be best witnessed near its elaborate doorways, walls and windows. Visitors are expected to dress according to the Islamic dress code. Suitable attire is provided at the main entrance.
Un minaret solitaire de forme filigrane et doté d’une flèche pointue brille à travers l’horizon envoûtant de Kuala Lumpur, sa silhouette ayant pour toile de fond un toit en béton en forme d’étoile, le tout se combinant pour créer la grandeur spectaculaire de la Mosquée nationale de Malaisie. Cette mosquée est bien plus qu’un monument religieux, puisqu’elle a été bâtie principalement comme l’indicateur durable d’une nation récemment libérée. Peu après l’indépendance de la Malaisie face aux Britanniques en 1957, des plans furent dessinés afin d’immortaliser l’événement avec un monument exprimant éternellement la libération de la nation. La mosquée fut ainsi annoncée et achevée en 1965. Magnifique structure moderne, elle se démarque se ses contreparties internationales, avec son minaret de 73 mètres de hauteur et son toit en forme d’étoiles à 16 aiguilles qui reflète la beauté des tropiques. Cependant, au cœur de ce site religieux moderne repose un esprit traditionnel, représenté par des motifs et de la calligraphie islamiques qui apparaissent à la surface de la mosquée.
Ornant le sommet de la colline des Ananas (Bukit Nanas) de Kuala Lumpur, la Menara Kuala Lumpur domine de manière phénoménale le paysage de la ville. Cette tour de télécommunications ressemblant à une aiguille mesure 421 mètres de hauteur, offrant aux visiteurs des vues extraordinaires sur la ville depuis sa spacieuses plateforme d’observation ou son restaurant rotatif. En plus d’offrir de nombreuses options récréatives, cette tour sert aussi d’observatoire lunaire, permettant aux musulmans pieux d’observer la lune tout au long du mois saint du Ramadan. Déclarée ouverte au public depuis 1996 lors de l’achèvement de sa construction, la Tour KL fut par erreur considérée comme le bâtiment le plus haut de la ville, en raison de son emplacement au sommet d’une colline, mais il s’agit en fait de la 7e plus grande tour autoporteuse du monde.
Since its establishment in 1958, the gallery shifted thrice before it finally settled into its own purpose-built premises. Located in the beautiful neighborhood of Lake Titiwangsa, it exhibits work by Malaysian artists. The building's unique structure, combining a blend of slate, tinted glass and a striking metallic roof, houses five galleries including a creative gallery and workshop, a resource center, an auditorium and the gallery's administrative center. Its collection now numbers over 2,500 pieces. The gallery holds a variety of exhibitions and educational programs. It also organizes traveling exhibitions of Malaysian artists.
This temple was established for Sikhs in Kuala Lumpur's police force during the British Colonial period. The Sikh gurdwara (place of worship) can be housed in any type of building and no particular emphasis is placed on religious decorations. Outside, there is a flagpole flying a triangular flag with the Sikh insignia, a calligraphic symbol created from two Punjabi letters that mean "God is the eternal reality." On the entrance gate is the Sikh symbol—a double-edged sword surrounded by a wheel. On a dais facing the entrance is the revered holy book, Guru Granth Sahib.
This is one of the best-known galleries in the country. Beautiful and very professional, it is laid out in Balinese style and represents mostly contemporary artworks from various artists, both local and foreign. The collection ranges from contemporary and abstract paintings and sculptures, to rare carpets and antiquities. This privately-owned gallery, whose clientele ranges from expatriates to art collectors and enthusiasts, holds six exhibitions per year.
Those interested in Chinese oil paintings, antiquities and sculptures should make a visit to Art House. The gallery is one of the most popular Chinese art centers in Malaysia attracting many visitors, both local and foreign. This very professional gallery is beautifully laid out and holds at least four exhibitions annually. Collections featured here are mostly from China.
This impressive mosque is located at Jalan Timur. It was built by the British and presented to Sultan Sulaiman in the early 19th century. Set amidst a beautifully landscaped garden, the building displays an interesting blend of British Imperial, Moorish and Arabic architecture.
A renowned British architect designed this beautiful mosque and it now stands as a proud symbol of the victory of Malaya over the British.
Admission: Free.
Arulmigu Sri Ramalinga Eeswarar Alayam, a brick and stone temple, was built in 1903 by the Malayan Railway employees who needed a temple in the area. Devotees flocked to this place of worship during the many Hindu festivals. In 1980 the temple was marked for demolition to make way for developments in the area. Perseverance from the numerous devotees and the then-minister, Tan Sri Manickavasagam, led to the granting of land at Lot 61 Jalan Maarof where the new Arulmigu Sri Ramalinga Eeswarar Temple now stands.
Over a century ago, many Sri Lankan Tamils ventured to Kuala Lumpur and settled here. In those days, it was common for the immigrants to erect temples of deities worshipped by their community in the place they chose to reside, bringing not only their culture but also their faith. One of the temples is Sri Kandaswamy Temple, which was built in 1902. Presently, the Sri Lankan Tamil community is running the temple. As the Sri Lankans built this worship place, it is no wonder the structure of Sri Kandaswamy Temple resembles that of temples in Jaffna, Sri Lanka. Check website for detail pooja timings.