Zahir Mosque - Alor Setar, Kedah, Malaysia

Masjid Zahir - Alor Setar, Kedah, Malaysia Masjid Zahir (Masjid Zahir) This mosque is a landmark of Alor Setar, the capital of the "State of Kedah". Built in 1912 and one of the oldest mosques in Malaysia, the architectural style was inspired by the vision of Sultan Muhammad Jiwa Zainal Abidin II. The five black domes symbolize the five pillars of Islam. Located in the heart of the city of "Alor Setar", it is the state mosque and the main mosque of local Muslims. In addition, Masjid Zahir has been voted as one of the top 10 most beautiful mosques in the world and is also the venue for the annual Qur'an recitation competition. #VisitMalaysia #VisitKedah