Top most famous architectural works in Malaysia #3

Malaysia is a country in Southeast Asia with a total area of ​​329,847 km2. This is also a multi-ethnic, cultural and linguistic country. Therefore, Malaysian architecture is quite diverse and unique, both bearing national traditions and being influenced by Eastern and Western architecture. Coming to Malaysia, you will freely admire architectural works imbued with religious features as well as the breath of a new era. Let's take a look at the most famous architectural works of this country of Malaysia.


Jamek Mosque

Jamek Mosque (Masjid Jamek) is located at the confluence of Kuala Lumpur's two main rivers, Sungai Klang and Sungai Gombak. This is the city's oldest mosque, built in the early 1900s and officially opened by the Sultan of Selangor in 1909. The building's design is inspired by the Mughal architecture of North India.



This mosque was the city's main place of worship until the National Mosque opened in 1965. Today, with its surrounding palm trees and riverside location, the Jamek Mosque complex appears as an oasis of peace and quiet in the crowded downtown area. Except on Fridays, when Muslims come to pray and gather in this area.


See the trio of white domes above the main shrines as you make your way around the vast complex. Visitors will notice two 26.8 meter tall red and white, thin minarets, from which the call to prayer announced by the priest announces the hour. Admire the impressive, intricately domed walkways that open up to the prayer areas. Jamek Mosque is located in the heart of downtown Kuala Lumpur. Just follow the rivers to their confluence or ask the locals for directions. Visitors can easily walk from other destinations in the area, but there is also a light rail (LRT) station at the cathedral, open daily. However, visitors should not come on Friday prayers and on major religious holidays.

Bukit Jalil National Stadium

Bukit Jalil National Stadium in Bukit Jalil, in Malaysia's national sports complex in southern Kuala Lumpur, is a multi-purpose stadium and the home of the Malaysia national football team. With a capacity of 87,411 seats, it is the largest stadium in Southeast Asia and the eighth largest stadium in the world. The stadium was officially opened by the 4th Prime Minister of Malaysia, Mahathir Mohamad on 11 July 1998 ahead of the 1998 Commonwealth Games and held the opening ceremony.


Since then, it has also become the main venue for other international multi-sport events such as the 2001 Southeast Asian Games and 2017 Southeast Asian Games and currently hosts most football matches. Malaysian international football, national football finals such as Malaysian FA Cup, Malaysia Cup, sporting events and concerts.


The stadium, along with the National Sports Complex, is currently undergoing a major renovation at a combined cost of RM1.34 billion as part of the 2-phase KL Sports City project. Project 1 (Phase 1) was completed in advance of and for the 2017 SEA Games in Kuala Lumpur, with a new Popantic designed façade covering the stadium's exterior with twisted vertical windows also illuminated by LED lights,[9] like rearranged seating for a yellow-black design and upgraded base. After the ASEAN Para Games 2017, Project 2 (Phase 2) will begin and will add a retractable roof, retractable seats, comfort ventilation and new sports and lifestyle facilities.

Place of Justice Building

Palace of Justice, also known as the Justice Building or Judicial Palace, has long been one of Malaysia's very famous attractions. This is one of the most outstanding architectural works of Putrajaya in particular and of Malaysia in general. The Judiciary Building was relocated from Kuala Lumpur to Putrajaya in 2000 and located on Presint Street with a large facade, featuring a 5-spherical block of ancient Islamic architecture. This work has magnificent and magnificent architecture, adorned with a majestic gray-white color scheme, suitable for its function of implementing and protecting justice for the people of the country.


This project is the brainchild of famous Malaysian architect - AR Ahmad Rozi A Wahab. He is the main person responsible for the design and layout of the entire building, bringing soul to this unique and large architectural work.


The project is designed to combine many architectural styles, including the classical Islamic culture of the Taj Mahal in India, Moorish culture and classical Western culture. Visitors coming here will feel overwhelmed by the magnificence and splendor of this project.