STATE MOSQUE - SELANGOR

 

SULTAN SALAHUDDIN ABDUL AZIZ SHAH MOSQUE

MALAYSIA

 

 

 

The Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah mosque is often referred to as 'The Blue Mosque' whereby its computer-designed dome is surrounded by four minarets which are the tallest in the world at 142.3 meters. Its graceful blue dome is also one of the largest of its kinds. Decorative Islamic calligraphy enhances the dome and main prayer-hall while the overall architecture integrates ethnic Malay design elements. This famous tourist attraction is nestled amidst an attractive landscape of gardens, lakes and trees and its sheer size will definitely attract tourists' attention. This Selangor state mosque is also one of the most famous mosques in Malaysia.

 

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