Oct 292014
 

Best Mosques (“Masjid”) in Singapore
Masjid Sultan is Singapore's most famous Muslim Mosque

  • Singapore’s best and most famous Mosques (“Masjids”) are listed below.
  • The architecture of Singapore’s Mosques is influenced by Islamic Saracenic (mix of Turkish, Persian, Middle Eastern, Classical and Moorish designs), Indian, Malay and Modern styles of architecture.
  • All Mosques/Masjids in Singapore are administered by Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS), also known as Islamic Religious Council of Singapore.
  • Singapore has a Mosque Building Fund (MBF) that is used to construct new Mosques/Masjid. This has led to many new, modern Mosques in Singapore.
  • 14.7% of Singapore’s residents are followers of Islam. Majority of Singapore’s Muslims are Sunni.

 
 


 
 


Sultan Mosque (Masjid Sultan)

Famous Masjid Sultan is one of Singapore's Oldest Muslim Mosque3 Muscat Street, Singapore (Downtown Core)

“Masjid Sultan” (Sultan Mosque) is one of Singapore’s oldest and most famous Mosque. Construction on the original mosque started in 1824. The old Islamic mosque was replaced by the new Sultan Mosque in 1928. The new Masjid Sultan was designed by Architect Denis Santry and has minarets, golden domes and balustrades. The design of Sultan Masjid is influenced by Islamic Saracenic (Persian, Turkish, Classical and Moorish) architecture. In contrast to the beautiful architecture on the outside, the interior is plain, so as not to distract worshippers. Singapore’s Sultan Mosque is a gazetted National Monument. Both Men and Women are expected to dress modestly; temporary cover-up clothes are given free to visitors. The Sultan Mosque is beautifully lit at night. Non-Muslim Tourist visitor timing is 10 am to noon and 2 to 4 pm. There are interesting shops and dining options around Masjid Sultan.

 
 


Abdul Gaffoor Mosque (Masjid)

Abdul Gaffoor Mosque in Singapore's Little India41 Dunlop Street, Little India, Singapore

Abdul Gaffoor Mosque is a lovely small mosque in Little India. Abdul Gaffoor Masjid is a mix of South Indian, European and Moghul architecture. Key architectural features of the Abdul Gaffoor Masjid are the central dome surrounded by minarets on top of a hexagonal tower, a sundial at the entrance of the prayer hall, coloured pane glass and calligraphic inscriptions in the mosque. The sun dial at the main entrance of the mosque has 25 rays, which denote 25 prophets. Abdul Gaffoor Mosque has undergone a major restoration in 2003. The construction of Masjid Abdul Gaffoor started in 1907. The original mosque built in 1846 was called “Masjid Al-Abrar”. Abdul Gafoor Mosque is a gazetted National monument. Masjid Abdul Gaffoor is a major attraction for tourist touring Singapore’s Little India.

 
 


Darul Aman Mosque

Malay influenced Darul Aman Mosque is among Singapore's best MasjidNo.1 Jalan Eunos, Singapore

Darul Aman Mosque is a lovely mosque that has incorporated Malay design features. Darul Aman Mosque has a pitched roof structure, which is common to Malay architecture. It has a central hall with exposed roof beams, 8 classrooms and two small buildings linked to the main Mosque. Masjid Darul Aman can accommodate 4,000 worshippers. For its tropical architecture, Darul Aman Mosque has been nominated for the Aga Khan Award in 1989.

 
 


 
 


Al-Istighfar Mosque

Singapore's Al-Istighfar Mosque has a lively blue domeNo 2 Pasir Ris Walk, Singapore

Architecture of Al-Istighfar Mosque is based on the famous Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey. The 3 storied Al-Istighfar Masjid has a striking blue dome, modern Islamic architecture, high ceiling and wide roof eaves. This relatively new mosque in Singapore was officially inaugurated in 2000. Al Istighfar Masjid offers Kindergarten and religious classes. Masjid Al-Istighfar has the capacity to accommodate 3,300 devotees.

 
 


An-Nahdhah Mosque

An-Nahdhah Mosque is among Singapore's best new Mosques9A Bishan Street, Singapore

Masjid An-Nahdhah is a new mosque that opened in 2006. The mosque is housed in a modern building with a tall minaret. The An-Nahdhah Mosque minaret is non-traditional and has a large and distinctive star and crescent moon at its top. In additional to religious prayers, An-Nahdhah Masjid also offers space for the Muslim community for social activities, youth activities, religious education and more. An-Nahdhah Mosque is also home to MUIS’s Harmony Centre which shares information about the Muslim Community in Singapore.

 
 


Malabar Masjid (Malabar Mosque)

Malabar Mosque is popular with Singapore's Indian Community471, Victoria Street, Singapore

Malabar Muslim Jamaath Mosque (“Malabar Masjid”) was originally built by Muslim immigrants from the Indian state of Kerala. The two storey mosque has 3 golden colored domes topped with the star and crescent moon. Malabar Mosque has blue and green tiles all around the internal and external structure. Work on this mosque started in 1956 and the architect was A.H. Siddique.

 
 


Hajjah Fatimah Mosque

Singapore's Hajjah Fatimah Mosque has a leaning Minaret4001 Beach Road, Singapore

Masjid Hajjah Fatimah is a mix of Islamic and European architecture. Its most distinctive feature is the minaret (tower) that leans at an angle of 6 degrees. Renovation work has been done to straighten the minaret. Hajjah Fatimah Mosque is named after Malay business woman, Hajjah Fatimah, who donated land and money for this mosque. The mosque was constructed between 1845 and 1846.

 
 


Al-Iman Mosque

Masjid Al-Iman is among Singapore's better new Mosques10 Bukit Panjang Ring Road, Singapore

The beautiful Al-Iman Mosque has a jewel shaped dome and six minarets. Al-Iman Mosque opened in May 2003. In addition to the prayer hall, the four floored Al-Amin Masjid has an auditorium, 18 classrooms, conference room and computer room. Al Iman Mosque can accommodate 5,000 worshippers.

 
 


Al-Ansar Mosque

Singapore's blue colour Al-Ansar Mosque has a big Minaret161A, Bedok North Avenue 1, Singapore

The most striking element of the blue colored Al-Ansar Mosque is its tall minaret (tower) which has an onion dome on top of it. There is a plan to create a new steel girder structure around the original mosque. This will create a large ground plaza and will increase the capacity of the mosque from 3,500 to 4,500. Al-Ansar Masjid is popular among the Tamil Muslim community of Singapore.

 
 


Jamae Mosque (Chulia Mosque, Maideen Mosque)

Jamae Mosque is popular among Singapore's Tamil Community218, South Bridge Road, Singapore

Located in Singapore’s Chinatown, the blue colored Jamae Mosque is influenced by South Indian architecture. At the entrance of the mosque are two octagonal minarets with onion domes on the top. Constructed by members of the Chulia community from Tamil Nadu in India, the Jamae Masjid is popular among Singapore’s Tamil Muslims. The original Jamae Mosque was constructed in 1826, making it among Singapore’s earliest mosques. Jamae Mosque is a gazetted National monument.

 
 


Masjid Omar Kampong Melaka

Omar Kampong Melaka was the first Mosque in Singapore10, Keng Cheow Street, Singapore

Originally built in 1820, Omar Kampong Melaka Mosque is Singapore’s first mosque. Architecturally, this is a simple mosque. There is a minaret at the entrance of the mosque. Masjid Omar Kampong Melaka can seat 1,000 devotees. Omar Kampong Malacca Mosque was originally built by an Arab merchant from Palembang, Indonesia.

 
 


Al-Abrar Mosque (Masjid Al-Abrar, Masjid Chulia, Koochoo Pally)

Al-Abrar Mosque in Singapore's Chinatown is a National Monument192, Telok Ayer Street, Singapore

Al-Abrar Mosque is a small mosque situated on Telok Ayer Street, in Chinatown. Initially built as a thatched hut in 1827, Al-Abrar Mosque is among Singapore’s oldest mosques. Architecturally, Al-Abrar Mosque is influenced by South Indian Architecture. This two storied mosque can accommodate 500 worshippers. Al-Abrar Mosque is also known as “Masjid Chulia” after Indian immigrants from Tamil Nadu who patronized this mosque and Kuchu Palli (hut mosque). Masjid Al-Abrar is a gazetted National monument.

 
 


 

Name and Address of All Muslim Mosques in Singapore

NAME OF MOSQUE IN SINGAPORE ADDRESS OF MOSQUE
Abdul Aleem Sidique Mosque 90, Lor K Telok Kurau
Abdul Gafoor Mosque 41, Dunlop Street
Abdul Hamid Mosque 10, Gentle Road
Ahmad Ibrahim Mosque 15, Jalan Ulu Seletar
Ahmad Mosque 2, Lorong Sarhad
Al Taqua Mosque 11A, Jalan Bilal Bedok, Off Bedok Road
Al-Abdul Razak Mosque 30, Jalan Ismail
Al-Abrar (Koochoo Pally) Mosque 192, Telok Ayer Street
Al-Amin Mosque 50, Telok Blangah Way
Al-Ansar Mosque 155, Bedok North Avenue 1
Al-Falah Mosque Bideford Road, Cairnhill Place
Al-Firdaus Mosque 11, Jalan Ibadat
Al-Huda Mosque 34, Jalan Haji Alias
Al-Iman Mosque 10, Bukit Panjang Ring Road
Al-Istighfar Mosque 2, Pasir Ris Walk
Al-Istiqamah Mosque 2,Seranggon North Avenue 2
Alkaff Kampung Melayu Mosque 200, Bedok Reservoir Road
Alkaff Upper Serangoon Mosque 66, Pheng Geck Avenue
Al-Khair Mosque 1, Teck Whye Crescent
Al-Mawaddah Mosque 151 Compassvale Bow
Al-Mukminin Mosque 271, Jurong East Street 21
Al-Muttaqin Mosque 5140, Ang Mo Kio Central Avenue 6
Angullia Mosque 265, Serangoon Road
An-Nahdhah Mosque 9A Bishan Street 14
An-Nur Mosque 6, Admiralty Road
Ar-Raudhah Mosque 30, Bukit Batok East Ave 2
Assyafaah Mosque 1 Admiralty Lane
Assyakirin Mosque 550, Yung An Road
Baalwie Mosque 2, Lewis Road
Bencoolen Mosque 51, Bencoolen Street
Burhani Mosque 39, Hill Street
Darul Aman Mosque 1, Jalan Eunos
Darul Ghufran Mosque 503, Tampines Avenue 5
Darul Makmur Mosque 950, Yishun Ave 2
Darussalam Mosque 3002, Commonwealth Avenue West
En-Naeem Mosque 120, Tampines Road
Haji Mohd Salleh Mosque 245, Geylang Road
Haji Muhammad Salleh Mosque 37, Palmer Road
Haji Yusoff Mosque 2, Hillside Drive, Upper Serangoon Road
Hajjah Fatimah Mosque 4001, Beach Road
Hajjah Rahimabi Mosque 76, Kim Keat Road
Hang Jebat Mosque 100, Jalan Hang Jebat
Hasanah Mosque 492, Teban Gardens Road
Hussein Sulaiman Mosque 394, Pasir Panjang Road
Jamae Chulia Mosque 218, South Bridge Road
Jamek Queenstown Mosque 946, Margaret Drive
Jamiyah Ar-Rabitah Mosque 601, Tiong Bahru Road
Kampong Delta Mosque 10, Delta Avenue
Kampong Siglap Mosque 451, Marine Parade Road
Kassim Mosque 450, Changi Road
Khadijah Mosque 583, Geylang Road
Khalid Mosque 130, Joo Chiat Road
Malabar Mosque 471, Victoria Street
Moulana Mohd Ali Mosque UOB Plaza, 80, Raffles Place
Muhajirin Mosque 275 Braddell Road
Mujahidin Mosque 590, Stirling Road
Mydin Mosque 67, Jalan Lapang
Omar Kampong Melaka Mosque 10, Keng Cheow Street
Omar Salmah Mosque 441B, Jalan Mashhor
Pertempatan Melayu Sembawang Mosque 27-B, Jalan Mempurong
Pulau Bukom Mosque Pulau Bukom
Pusara Aman Mosque 11, Lim Chu Kang Road
Salim Mattar Mosque No 1 Mattar Road
Sultan Mosque 3, Muscat Street
Tasek Utara Mosque 46, Bristol Road
Temenggong Mosque 30, Telok Blangah Road
Tentera Di Raja Mosque 81, Clementi Road
Wak Tanjong Mosque 25, Paya Lebar Road

 
 


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