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Trip Planner:   Asia  /  Malaysia  /  Kedah  /  Kota Setar District  /  Alor Setar  /  Zahir Mosque

Zahir Mosque, Alor Setar

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The Zahir Mosque (Malay: Masjid Zahir) is a mosque in Alor Setar, Kota Setar, Kedah, Malaysia, and the state mosque of the state of Kedah. The Zahir Mosque is one of the grandest and oldest mosques in Malaysia, having been built in 1912. The Zahir Mosque is the world's fourth most beautiful mosque after Nabawi Mosque in Saudi Arabia.
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  • By nurhanihayatimarzuki
    For me, this is the most beautiful mosque in Alor Setar. It is located in the heart of Alor Setar. The design is unique. There is a huge space in front of this mosque. During Ramadhan, a lot of... 
    For me, this is the most beautiful mosque in Alor Setar. It is located in the heart of Alor Setar. The design is unique. There is a huge space in front of this mosque. During Ramadhan, a lot of...  more »
  • By RAZANNASRAN
    I was really impressed with the architecture of this mosque. It's so unique and beautiful, I had the opportunity to perform the Zuhr prayer, and I feel like very calm. For Muslims who were coming to.....  more
    I was really impressed with the architecture of this mosque. It's so unique and beautiful, I had the opportunity to perform the Zuhr prayer, and I feel like very calm. For Muslims who were coming to.....  more »
  • By macedonboy
    The Masjid Zahir is the state mosque of Kedah with a striking mix of Mudejar and Indo-Islamic architectural style. The colour scheme of two tone black and white really makes the building stand out... 
    The Masjid Zahir is the state mosque of Kedah with a striking mix of Mudejar and Indo-Islamic architectural style. The colour scheme of two tone black and white really makes the building stand out...  more »
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