While I was walking on the road of Kuala Lumpur, what caught my eyes most was the National Mosque. It is the most striking building with a unique modern design of a traditional Islamic art. Its decoration and design are very beautiful; the biggest feature of the Mosque is the umbrella-like roof symbolizing the aspiration of an independent state. The 73-meter high minaret directs into the blue sky which is one of Kuala Lumpur’s landmarks. National Mosque was built in1974, taking an area of 5.5 hectares. It is one of the largest Mosques in Southeast Asia and one of the most attractive attractions during Kuala Lumpur travel.

The National Mosque reminds me of another famous temple in Southeast Asia. It is the Bangkok Grand Palace in Bangkok built in 18th century with an area of 260,000 square meters. The Grand Palace stands back to Chao Pharya River surrounded by white walls which is 1900 meters long. It was the palace for king of Bangkok from Dynasty Ⅰto Dynasty Ⅷ, known as “Grand Palace” and “Forbidden City” as well. Inside the palace, there are green grass, shady trees and blooming flowers. Bangkok Grand Palace is the must-visit place during Bangkok travel.

The difference between the two temples is that National Mosque in Kuala Lumpur is more stringent for tourists who are supposed to take off shoes before entering, female should put on gowns and wear headscarves, and male should put on gowns as well if they wear shorts.

National Mosque is located in the center of city, transportation and accommodation here are very convenient, and I made a Kuala Lumpur hotel reservation easily through internet.