Masjid Selat Melaka, Bandaraya Melaka

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This mosque beautifully combines Malay and Arab architectural elements, creating a harmonious cultural and religious design. A prominent dome (kubah) crowns the prayer hall, symbolizing the heavens and spiritual unity. Intricate muqarnas—geometric Islamic decorations—adorn the domes and entrances, adding elegance. The mosque features a traditional minbar, used by the imam for sermons, and finely carved wooden doors showcasing Malay craftsmanship. A tall minaret (menara) serves both symbolic and practical purposes for the call to prayer. With a capacity for 2,000 worshippers, the mosque accommodates large congregations and major religious events, serving as a vibrant community center.

• Red Building (Stadthuys)
• Menara Taming Sari

Outsiders come to observe the art found in the Selat Mosque and experience the atmosphere of praying by the sea at the Strait of Malacca. They also inquire about the origins and history of the Selat Mosque’s construction.