Kuching City Mosque
Masjid Bandaraya Kuching
A golden-domed mosque at the western end of the old town, formerly the State Mosque, and a prominent landmark on the Kuching skyline.
The Kuching City Mosque was built in 1968 as the Sarawak State Mosque. After the state mosque moved to the north bank in 1990, it was renamed. Five golden domes and four minarets stand out on a small hill at the western end of the old town, beside a historic Muslim cemetery. Outside prayer times, visitors can view the mosque from the entrance. Entry requires long sleeves and long trousers, and women must cover their hair (headscarves can be borrowed). The mosque is closed to visitors during Friday midday prayers. It is about a 5-minute walk from India Street.
Opening hours
Open outside prayer times; no visits Friday midday
Nearby sights
- Kuching Waterfront
- Borneo Cultures Museum
- Sarawak Textile Museum
- Carpenter Street & India Street
- New Sarawak State Legislative Assembly Building
- Fort Margherita
- Top Spot Food Court
- Satok Weekend Market