Zahir Mosque
- Built in 1912, Zahir Mosque is among Malaysia’s oldest mosques.
- Serves as Kedah's state mosque.
- Locals often come to pray at this mosque due to its status as state mosque.
What can you find there?
- Admire the grand Malay-Islamic architecture that becomes the soul of this mosque.
- Take a closer look at the main dome situated northeast of the mosque.
- Explore the five domes at this mosque that represent five pillars of Islam.
How to get to the Zahir Mosque?
Alor Setar, Kedah, Malaysia.
- You can depart from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar with Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad.
More information about Zahir Mosque
- This was once the burial site of Kedah warriors who died when defending Kedah from Siamese soldiers in 1821.
- Zahir Mosque currently serves as the venue of yearly Koran reading competition.