Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque
Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar
A white state mosque completed in 1900, blending Victorian and Moorish styles and overlooking the Johor Strait.
The mosque was commissioned by Sultan Abu Bakar, construction began in 1892, and it was completed in 1900. It can accommodate about 2,000 worshippers and is considered one of the most beautiful mosques in Malaysia. The architecture blends Victorian, Moorish and Malay styles, and its four minarets resemble English clock towers. Inside are Italian marble floors and Czech crystal chandeliers. Visitors are welcome outside prayer times. You must wear long sleeves and long trousers, and women must wear a headscarf (robes can be borrowed). It is closed at midday on Fridays. The mosque sits on a hillside by the sea, about 2 km from the city center.
Opening hours
Open outside prayer times (closed Friday midday)
Nearby sights
- Johor Zoo
- Royal Abu Bakar Museum (Istana Besar)
- Sultan Ibrahim Building
- Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum
- Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple
- Jalan Tan Hiok Nee Heritage Street
- Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple
- Johor–Singapore Causeway