🇲🇾Pink Mosque (Masjid Putra) in Putrajaya,Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

🕌 Putra Mosque (Masjid Putra), commonly known as the Pink Mosqueor Floating Mosque.
- Location: On the shores of Putrajaya Lake, Putrajaya (Malaysia's administrative capital), adjacent to the Prime Minister's Office and Putra Square.
- Construction Period: Built from 1997 to 1999, costing approximately **US$80–100 million**.
- Design Inspiration**: Blends Moroccan, Persian, and Malay Islamic architecture. Exterior clad in **rose-tinted granite**, appearing to float on water.

🧕 Visitor Information
- Opening Hours:
- Saturday–Thursday: 9:00 AM–12:30 PM, 2:00 PM–4:00 PM, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM
- Friday: 3:00 PM–4:00 PM, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM (closed during midday prayers).
- Dress Code:
- Women: Hair, shoulders, and legs must be covered. FREE red robes with hoodsprovided at the entrance.
- Men: Long pants required (shorts prohibited); short sleeves acceptable.
- Rules:
- Remove shoes before entering.
- Silence must be observed; no public displays of affection.
- Non-Muslims may enter the prayer hall but must not photograph worshippers during prayers.


Key Notes for Tourists

- Best Photo Spot: Putra Square or the lakeside promenade at sunset.

- Transport: 30–40 min drive from Kuala Lumpur; ride-hailing apps (Grab) recommended.

- Nearesr MRT : Putrajaya Sentral, few minutes and RM6-10 Grab from Mosque.

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Post by Shyshy travelling the world | Oct 13, 2025