Masjid Jamek Kuala Lumpur, officially known as the Sultan Abdul Samad Jamek Mosque, is one of the oldest mosques in the city, holding significant historical and architectural value.
Completed in 1909 and officially opened by the Sultan of Selangor, it was Kuala Lumpur’s primary mosque until the National Mosque, Masjid Negara, was built in 1965. Its strategic location at the confluence of the Klang and Gombak Rivers marks the very birthplace of Kuala Lumpur.
The mosque was designed by British architect Arthur Benison Hubback and showcases a striking Indo-Saracenic or Moorish architectural style, featuring three onion-shaped domes, elegant arched colonnades, and distinctive red and white striped minarets.
Built partly with funds from the local Malay community, Masjid Jamek stands as a testament to the city’s early development. Today, it continues to serve as an active place of worship while also welcoming visitors to admire its serene riverside setting and rich heritage, offering a beautiful glimpse into KL’s past.
