Islamic Heritage Tours in Malaysia

Malaysia witnessed the arrival in Islam in the 10th century and it was brought to Peninsular Malaysia by the Arabians and Indian traders. Since the, Malaysia has been regarded as the center of Islamic heritage of the world. Islam has influenced each and every feature of Malaysia ranging from its architecture to cuisine or lifestyle. Presently, 60 per cent of Malaysians practice Islam and so Malay culture is inseparable from the Islamic heritage which Malaysia is known for. Thus, it is quite obvious that the Islamic heritage tours in Malaysia would be highly popular among the tourist, The tourist enjoy the vibrating Islamic culture over there. You can hear the prayers in all the corners of the country five times every day.

Mosques have been erected very near to Hindu temples and churches and this proves that Malaysian government shows tolerance to all the form of religion. It is the multi religious population practicing their own religious feelings freely attract a huge number of tourists to Malaysia from every corners of the world. The Islamic art and architecture can be considered to be the derivatives of Arabian culture. But, Malaysian art and architecture can be considered to be fine manifestation of the blending of Malay touches with Arab influences. And, you would be able to explore this rich art and architecture at the mosques from the Islamic heritage tours in Malaysia. As it is quite evident from the very name of the tour, “Islamic Heritage tours in Malaysia”, the tour covers all the major Islamic attractions of the nation. And, some of the major Islamic attractions of Malaysia are Blue Mosque, Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque, Putra Mosque, Islamic Arts Museum, National Mosque, Kapitan Keling Mosque, Kampung Hulu's Mosque and so on. Blue Mosque is regarded as one of the finest structures of Malaysia and is definitely one of the landmarks of the city. Blue Mosque enjoys a special position among the tallest minarets of the world. Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque is a beautiful ancient mosque from where you can catch the views of the Straits of Johor. Moreover, you would enjoy the calm scenic beauty of the rolling hills surrounding the mosque.

Putra Mosque is a colossal mosque featuring some of the finest Islamic architectural skills. The Kampung Hulu's Mosque was built in 1728 and its architectural style is quite unique and different from others and hence unconventional. Kapitan Keling Mosque was named after “Kapitan Keling”, the famous Indian Muslim merchant and the head of Islam community in 1800s. One should not miss the charm of the National Mosque, its rich history and the surrounding garden while you are on an Islamic heritage tours in Malaysia. You will get a fair idea about the development of Islamic art in Malaysia from the Islamic Arts Museum. Thus, Islamic heritage tours in Malaysia would surely be quite engaging!

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