Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Blue Mosque

Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque in Shah Alam is one of the most impressive structures in the country. A commonly referred to as the 'Blue Mosque', which boasts the highest minarets around the world. As visitors approach the mosque, the evocative blue dome welcomes them.

Decorative Islamic calligraphy dominates the edges surrounding the main dome and prayer room, while the interior architecture exhibitions ethnic Malay design elements. Sunlight filtering through the blue stained glass windows of the mosque makes a bluish interior, evoking a sense of peace and serenity.

The Blue Mosque overlooks the Garden of Islamic Art, a beautiful park inspired by the Koran Garden of Paradise. Covering 14 hectares, this spiritual sanctuary houses nine galleries that present a rich variety of Islamic arts such as calligraphy, sculptures, paintings and architecture. Sometimes, the Islamic performances are held here.

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