The Ubudiah Mosque in Malaysia
By Seif Kamel
The Ubudiah Mosque, situated in the royal town of Kuala Kangsar,
Perak in Malaysia, is one of the most marvelous pieces of Islamic
architecture. It is in fact one of the most beautiful mosques in the whole
world.
Designed by Arthur Benison Hubback, one of the renowned architects of
Singapore credited with the building of the Ipoh Railway station, the
Ubudiah Mosque was constructed in 1913. It was erected by the orders
of Sultan Idris Murshidul Adzam Shah I who constructed this charming
mosque to thank god that he was healed from a dangerous disease.
Featured with its distinctive imposing golden dome, the magnificent
façade, and marvelous internal decorations and ornaments. The mosque
of Ubudiah is commonly included in many tour packages to Malaysia.
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