Sultan Abdul Samad Jamek Mosque — Attraction in Kuala Lumpur

Beautiful place for prayer 🙏. There are few comments from Internet which describe my opinion too.

Open- ( Sat - Thu )10:00 AM - 12:30 PM. Entry is free.

This old and seldom remembered historic site was given a new breathe of life when it was turned into the River of Life project. Called Kolam Biru this beautiful beginning of Kuala Lumpur has been given a facelift and made wonderful again. The musical fountain and lovely old Masjid Jamek literally sparkle in the night sky making it look like a floating palace from fairy tales of long ago.

Located near the river, this beautiful mosque and its domes is a very nice old mosque built during colonial times. It is also in the city and so is visited by many worshippers. Robes are available for tourists. We found it walking from the Independence square.

The architecture is superb. The outside of the mosque is unique and stunning. The outside umbrellas are reminiscent of the umbrellas in Medina Saudi Arabia. There is a rich history with the old colonial mosque still intact. Please sure to encircle the entire mosque. There are beautiful water features and beautiful buildings surrounding the mosque which make for good pictures. The inside of the mosque is small and really simple. There are abayas available for women to cover up before entering the mosque. One can pray outside as well. The train station is across the road from the mosque but we took Grab.

When you come to enter the area, for woman if you’re not using hijab, you have to use a long suit that cover you from head to toe.. I feel like join Harry Potter when use it

~ is one of the oldest mosques in Kuala Lumpur ~ The name "Jamek" is the Malay equivalent of the Arabic word (جامع) meaning a place where people...

Masjid Jamek is one of the central, historic and most prominent buildings in Kuala Lumpur. The non-Muslims are welcomed to visit during non-prayer hours (check out opening hours for non-Muslims - Sat thru Thu 9am-12pm, 3-4pm, 5:30-6:30pm; Fri 3-4pm, 5:30-6:30pm). Its white and brick red appearance, various geometric structures and designs, and the warm welcome by the locals are absolutely worth visiting. At the time of its construction in the early years of the 20th century, the mosque drew inspiration from a blend of Indian architecture at the time. Robes are available for visitors free of charge if they do not meet the dress code. The entry is also free of charge. Inside the mosque one may find many worshipers sprinkled through the building resting in the shade as well as greeters with a smile happy to talk and share information about the place and their faith in general and answer visitors’ questions. The mosque is located in a central and very historic location for the beginning of the city where the two rivers, Sungei Klang and Sungei Gombak, meet. This is the important point where the city came into being. It was built at the site where early settlers are believed to have settled. The mosque is one of the oldest such buildings and was inaugurated in 1907. Over a century it became a central location for the city. In addition, for a long time it was the main mosque until this title was transferred to the National Mosque that opened its doors in 1965. The time one may spend could range between 20...

We visited the Sultan Abdul Samad Jamek Mosque with our kids, on a sunny afternoon, and it was such a beautiful experience. Built in 1909, this mosque stands at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak rivers — the exact spot where Kuala Lumpur was founded in the 1850s. In the early days, this location was the heart of the growing settlement, making the mosque not only a place of worship but also a landmark of the city’s origins.

It’s one of the oldest mosques in Kuala Lumpur and was the main place of prayer until the National Mosque was built. The architecture is absolutely captivating — a graceful blend of Moorish, Mughal, and Indo-Saracenic styles, with elegant domes, arches, and minarets that seem to whisper stories from over a century ago.

We spent about 30 minutes there, soaking in the peaceful atmosphere, which made it a lovely break from the city’s buzz. Even the kids enjoyed exploring and asking questions about its history. The staff were very welcoming and kind, making the visit even more memorable. A special place that feels full of history and heart.

Tip: Modest dress is required, but robes and headscarves are provided for...