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TALUKSANGAY MOSQUE
Brgy. Taluksangay Zamboanga

NBS Sn 8-08752  425P8-149-68

Is the oldest mosque in Western Mindanao built by Hadji Abdullah Maas Nuevo in 1885

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JAME ASR HASSANIL BOLKIAH MOSQUE

Bandar Seri Begawan , Brunei Darussalam

Largest Mosque in Brunei

   Jame Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque named after  Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzadin Waddaulah the 29th Sultan of Brunei Darussalam, built in 1988 and officially launched in 1994 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of His Majesty the Sultan's reign. This is the largest and the most magnificent mosque in Brunei Darussalam. This mosque has a distinct edge over the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque in the heart of Capital Bandar Seri Begawan both in style and grandeur. The four main minarets and two golden domes of the structure are a fantastic sight when illuminated in the evening. Known locally as the Kiarong Mosque as it is situated in Kampong Kiarong, a few kilometres from the capital.

   The mosques has total of 29 golden domes which symbolizes 29th Sultan of Brunei Darussalam, His Majesty Paduka Seri Baginda Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah.

   The mosque has been noted as an architectural masterpiece. It took its form from Turkish mosques.  The stunning edifice with its artfully landscaped gardens and fountains that add to the serene ambience, is a memorable place to visit and certainly a must for visitors.

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SULTAN OMAR ALI SAIFUDDIEN MOSQUE

Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei

Major Landmark and a Tourist Attraction

     The Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque in Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of the Sultanate of Brunei, is considered one of the most beautiful mosques in Asia Pacific. Named after Omar Ali Saifuddien III, the 28th Sultan of Brunei, is who also initiated its construction. The mosque serves as a symbol of the Islamic faith in Brunei and dominates the skyline of Bandar Seri Begawan. It is a major landmark and a tourist attraction of Brunei.

     The mosque unites Mughal architecture and Italian styles. The plans were done by Booty and Edwards Chartered Architects according to designs by the Italian architect Cavaliere Rudolfo Nolli, who had already for decades been working at the gulf of Siam.The construction costs were very modest between $7.7 and $9.2 million." The mosque's most recognizable feature - the main dome, is covered in pure gold. The mosque stands 52 m (171 ft) high and can be seen from virtually anywhere in Bandar Seri Begawan. The main minaret is the tallest feature. It has an elevator to the top, where a visitor can enjoy a panoramic view of the city.  The building was completed in 1958 and is an example of modern Islamic architecture.

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 The Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque 

(Malay: Masjid Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz)

Shah Alam, Malaysia

Country's Largest Mosque

Second Largest Mosque in Southeast Asia

Guinness World Records - Tallest Minaret in the World - (1993)

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Istiqlal Mosque, or Masjid Istiqlal

Jakarta, Indonesia

Largest Mosque in Indonesia

Largest Mosque in South East Asia

   
   This beautiful mosque is the largest mosque in Southeast Asia in term of capacity to accommodate people. However in term of building structure and land coverage, Istiqlal is the largest in Southeast Asia and fourth largest in the world. This national mosque of Indonesia was build to commemorate Indonesian independence, from the Netherlands in the mid-20th century, as nation’s gratitude for God’s blessings; the independence of Indonesia. This majestic local landmark employs minimalist decorative touches and is reminiscent of mosques in Arabic nations. Therefore the national mosque of Indonesia was named “Istiqlal”, an Arabic word for “Independence”.

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Thank you Mustari Tepu of Indonesia