Malacca Straits Mosque

The Malacca Straits Mosque is a prominent mosque located on the man-made Pulau Melaka island off the coast of Melaka city, Malacca, Malaysia. Opened on 24 November 2006, it is built on stilts over the sea and appears to float at high tide. Notable for its blend of Middle Eastern and Malay architectural styles, gold dome and stained-glass windows, it is a major religious and tourist landmark overlooking the Strait of Malacca.

Visitors can expect a mosque built on stilts over the Strait of Malacca, connected to the mainland by a paved causeway. The structure features a gold dome, minaret, arched windows with stained glass, and a main prayer hall. At high tide the mosque appears to float on water, while at low tide the seabed is visible. The surrounding area offers open sea views, a coastal promenade, and sunset vistas. Non-Muslim visitors can view the exterior and designated areas outside prayer times.

Constructed at a cost of approximately RM10 million and officially opened on 24 November 2006 by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin. Built on the artificial Pulau Melaka island, it was developed as a modern Islamic landmark for Melaka and exemplifies contemporary mosque architecture in Malaysia.

An important Islamic place of worship and cultural landmark in Melaka, showcasing a blend of Middle Eastern and traditional Malay architectural elements. It serves the local Muslim community for daily prayers and is a widely photographed symbol of Melaka's coastal heritage.