We stopped by dring the visiting hours for non-Muslims. If you are modestly dressed with pants and shirt then one was ok to enter but wearing shorts, sleeveless tops required a mosque provided purple robe to cover up. Once inside we could wander throughout except where blocked off for Muslims only. The main attractions were the pool in front of the minaret, gardens, small museum and the large prayer hall. In the prayer hall we were met by a volunteer who gave us a little history about the mosque as well as Islam. Very insightful and worth a visit.

The National Mosque (Masjid Negara) is the main mosque in Kuala Lumpur. We arrived during prayer times so we couldn't get in, just walk around the gardens and see it from the outside. It's quite big and new.

The National Mosque opened in 1965 can hold up to 10.000 worshippers. The dome is adorned with 18 pillars- 13 states od Malaysia and 5 pillars of Islam. To enter as a visitor you need to wear a purple robe-- will get at the entrance

Beautiful architecture is a feature of one of the most distinguished landmarks in KL. We had enjoyed views of the building externally while on a shore excursion, on this occasion we were able to visit the interior and ancillary areas. Good information signage and we learnt that the dome is a unique star shape, impressive looking upwards but had to suffice with the model for the plan view. The minaret rises to a height of 73m. Like most modern mosques that we have visited during our travels, the building is a combination of modern architecture and engineering with water features, traditional Islamic Art, calligraphy and ornamentation. The photos that I will post give an insight to the beauty of the building. Free guided tours and free robes supplied if inadequately attired. The mosque was accorded National Heritage status in 2007.

Hardly a must see but an interesting building and experience for us who haven't been to many mosques before. It is very close to the Islamic Arts museum which we wanted to see anyway, so a visit can be paired with that. It doesn't take long , maybe 15 mins. You are provided with a robe at entry to cover arms and legs.

Great Mosque, a combination of several architectural influences and spacious and gracious. the tour was free and the volunteers are extremely frenziedly and never ever hinted about money or donations. Please visit in the morning to avoid heat.

The National Mosque of Malaysia is open to non-muslim however you must adhere and respect their rules. There is a designated space for non-muslim and you have to cover up. However, we opted not to go inside and just appreciated the architectural structure from outside.