Kampung Hulu Mosque, Melaka — Attraction in Malacca

Kampung Hulu Mosque is a mosque located in the heart of Melaka City in Melaka Tengah district, Melaka. Built in 1728, the Kampung Hulu Mosque in Melaka is the third old mosque in Malaysia which is still in use and located on its original site. The mosque is located at the junction of Kampung Hulu Jalan Masjid and Jalan Masjid in Melaka, in an area now filled with shops operated by Chinese traders. The mosque is built by local residents with Dutch funding during the occupation of Melaka by the Dutch East Indies Company (abbreviation V.O.C.). The mosque was built as a result of a policy change by the Dutch government, which highlighted the diversity of religious holdings. Prior to the arrival of the Dutch in 1624, the Portuguese colonialists had come from 1511, destroying the remains of non-Christian devotional houses in Melaka. Between what the Portuguese destroyed was the first mosque built in Melaka, which is supposedly located opposite the current Stadhuys site. The Dutch government has commissioned the Kapitan to lead local residents in the construction of their synagogue, Dato 'Samsuddin Bin Arom, an immigrant from China who had converted to Islam, commissioned the Dutch government to build Kampung Hulu Mosque. The original building was later repaired by Sheikh Al Omar bin...

Masjid Kampung Hulu in Melaka is one of the oldest mosques in Malaysia and located just off Jonker Street, making it an easy stop if you’re exploring the heritage area and if you intend to visit Malaiqa by Gula Cakery. The architecture is a beautiful blend of Malay, Chinese, and Javanese elements with a pagoda-style minaret and tiered roof that give it a unique charm. Inside, the atmosphere is calm and peaceful, perfect for quiet reflection.

The mosque is small but filled with historical character, and there’s even a cemetery nearby with notable Islamic figures buried there.

Another neat thing is that the mosque shares its entrance with the Cara Hulu Hotel, making access easy if you’re staying nearby or checking in. Just head through the same complex no detours needed.

For muslimah, the prayer section is semi open air, which can get a little stuffy and warm even at night. However, the mosque provides clean and pleasantly scented telekung for use, which is a thoughtful touch. Parking can be a bit tricky, especially during peak times, but it’s definitely a spiritual and cultural landmark worth stopping by...

I recently visited the third oldest mosque in Malaysia, and the second oldest mosque in Melaka. The oldest mosque in Melaka is Masjid Peringgit. Many people come to this mosque to make donations and fulfill their religious obligations. Additionally, there were also visitors who came to collect water from the mosque for healing purposes.

The architecture of this mosque is similar to that of Masjid Tengkera, it is well-preserved by the state government and serves as a tourist attraction. However, recent checks by the Islamic authority revealed that the mosque's direction is not exactly towards the Kaaba in Mecca, and corrections will be made by the Melaka Islamic authority. The surrounding area of the mosque is clean and easy to access, which makes it a great place to perform prayers. Overall, I found my visit to this mosque to be a positive experience and would recommend it to others interested in visiting historical...