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National Mosque (Masjid Negara) vs Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia

Both are highly recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia is the choice of most writers compared to National Mosque. Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia ranks #2 in Kuala Lumpur with positive reviews from 7 reviewers including Fodor's, Afar Magazine and Frommer's.

National Mosque (Masjid Negara)
National Mosque (Masjid Negara)
7 / 10
Jln. Sultan Hishamuddin, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This mosque was built in 1965 -- the year that Malaysia and Singapore split -- and its architectural style reflects that era." Full review
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Visitors must dress respectfully, and cloaks and headscarves are available for women.
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"One of the most famous mosques in K.L. is Masjid Negara (the National Mosque). It was built in 1965." Full review
Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
8 / 10
Jalan Lembah Perdana, Kuala Lumpur 50480, Malaysia
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The seat of Islamic learning in Kuala Lumpur, the center has over 7,000 displays." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The 12 permanent galleries serve to represent the diversity of Islamic people and the multicultural heritage of Malaysia." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"This is one of the most beautiful museums in the world, and travelers to KL would be crazy to not set a half day aside to visit this museum." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The Islamic decorative arts housed in this striking museum are unparalleled." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The largest collection of Islamic art in South East Asia can be found in the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia." Full review
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