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Merdeka Square vs Jamek Mosque
Jamek Mosque and Merdeka Square are both recommended by professionals. On balance, Jamek Mosque ranks slightly better than Merdeka Square. Jamek Mosque is ranked #6 in Kuala Lumpur with positive reviews from 3 publications such as Frommer's, Afar Magazine and Lonely Planet.
Merdeka Square
Frommer's
Frommer's
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Frommer's
"Surrounded by colonial architecture with exotic Moorish flair, the square was once the site of British social and sporting events."
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Frommer's
"Surrounded by colonial architecture with exotic Moorish flair, the square was once the site of British social and sporting events. These days, Malaysia holds its spectacular Independence..."
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Jamek Mosque
Afar Magazine
Frommer's
Jalan Tun Perak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Afar Magazine
"Visit the famous Masjid Jamek... don't forget to go around and walk along the river side."
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Frommer's
"The first settlers landed in Kuala Lumpur at the spot where the Gombak and Klang rivers meet, and in 1909 a mosque was built here."
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Avoid prayer times, especially on Fridays at midday.
