Zahir Mosque, Alor Setar

Name: Zahir Mosque
Address: Jalan Kampung Perak, Alor Setar, 05150, Malaysia
Telephone: +60 4-733 3288

#1 among attractions in Alor Setar

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Facts and practical information

The Zahir Mosque is a mosque in Alor Setar, Kota Setar, Kedah, Malaysia, and the state mosque of the state of Kedah. The Zahir Mosque is one of the grandest and oldest mosques in Malaysia, having been built in 1912. The Zahir Mosque has been voted as one of the top 10 most beautiful mosques in the world. ()

Local name: Masjid Zahir Completed: 1912 (112 years ago)Architectural style: Islamic architectureCoordinates: 6°7'13"N, 100°21'54"E

Address

Jalan Kampung PerakAlor Setar 05150 Malaysia

Contact

+60 4-733 3288

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Alor Setar

Day trips

Zahir Mosque – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Menara Alor Setar, Aman Central, Balai Seni Negeri, Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah Gallery.

~1880 ftNE
Iconic tower with an eatery and city views
Menara Alor Setar, Alor Setar
10 min walk • Alor Setar Tower is a 165.5 m telecommunication tower in Alor Setar, Kedah, Malaysia. Apart from serving the role of a telecommunication tower, it also caters as a tourist destination for the town.
~1760 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Aman Central, Alor Setar
9 min walk • Aman Central is a shopping center in Alor Setar, Kedah, Malaysia. It is located at the intersection of Jalan Tambang Badak and Jalan Teluk Wanjah, along Lebuhraya Darulaman opposite Alor Setar Tower. The location of Aman Central was previously an abandoned site for more than 30 years which was initially proposed for Plaza Tunku Yaakob.
~670 ftSE
Art gallery, Museum, Art museum
Balai Seni Negeri, Alor Setar
4 min walk • The Kedah State Art Gallery is an art gallery in Alor Setar, Kota Setar District, Kedah, Malaysia.
~830 ftNE
Museum, Art museum
Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah Gallery, Alor Setar
5 min walk • The Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah Gallery is a gallery in Alor Setar, Kedah, Malaysia showcasing the history and artifacts of Kedah Sultan Abdul Halim ibni Almarhum Sultan Badlishah.
0.6 miNE
6°7'32"N • 100°22'19"E
Wat Nikrodharam wad ni khor thara m ni ke luo ta nan fu si, Alor Setar
16 min walk • Temple
0.4 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
City Plaza Alor Setar, Alor Setar
10 min walk • City Plaza Alor Setar or formerly known as the M.P.K.S Complex, is a shopping mall located in the city of Alor Setar, Kedah, Malaysia. The main carriers of this complex are Watsons and LFS Cinemas. The top of the complex is filled...
~1990 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Building
City Plaza, Alor Setar
10 min walk • City Plaza Alor Setar or formerly known as the M.P.K.S Complex, is a shopping mall located in the city of Alor Setar, Kedah, Malaysia. The main carriers of this complex are Watsons and LFS Cinemas. The top of the complex is filled...
1.2 miNE
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Football
Darul Aman Stadium, Alor Setar
31 min walk • The Darul Aman Stadium is a multi-purpose all-seater stadium in Alor Setar, Kedah, Malaysia. It is currently used mostly for football matches.
0.4 miSE
6°7'1"N • 100°22'12"E
Mycoinstore, Alor Setar
11 min walk • Museum
0.5 miN
6°7'36"N • 100°22'1"E
Official Lembaga Muzium Negeri Kedah, Alor Setar
12 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Zahir Mosque?

Nearby attractions include Balai Seni Negeri, Alor Setar (4 min walk), Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah Gallery, Alor Setar (5 min walk), Menara Alor Setar, Alor Setar (10 min walk), City Plaza, Alor Setar (10 min walk).

How to get to Zahir Mosque by public transport?

The nearest stations to Zahir Mosque:

Bus

Hentian Bas Pekan Rabu (7 min walk)

Train

Alor Setar (15 min walk)