Masjid Kapitan Keling, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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N 05° 24.993 E 100° 20.252
47N E 648187 N 598872
The Kapitan Keling mosque is one of the oldest on Pulau Pinang.
Waymark Code: WMA21G
Location: Malaysia
Date Posted: 11/03/2010
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In 1801, Sir George Leith, then Lieutenant Governor of Penang, granted the Muslims a 7ha piece of land for religious purposes.
Cauder Mohhidden, the Kapitan of the Indian Muslim settlers, was credited with the founding of the mosque that was subsequently named after him.
Visitors are welcome and entry is free, with guides at hand to explain the mosque. The dress code is strict - no shorts or above the knee wear. Cover-ups are available at no charge for people whose clothing does not meet the code.
Type: Current mosque
Address:
Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling, Georgetown, Pulau Pinang
Website reference (required if no minaret or 2nd photo): [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:
Posting a photo of your visit is strongly encouraged but not required. There is NO requirement that you enter inside the mosque as some mosques may not allow this. Please refrain from taking pictures inside the mosque if it is not permitted by the management and generally have respect for the reliqious nature of the site.