Islamic Arts Museum

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History of Islamic Arts Museum, Kuala Lumpur:

The largest Islamic museum of Islamic decorative arts – Islamic Arts Museum is located beside the Modernist National Mosque in Kuala Lumpur. It contains the artifacts and collections of Muslim universe. The entire museum covers an area of 30, 000 square meters and was formed in 1998. The exceptional library of the Islamic Arts Museum is enriched with precious and rare Islamic books and materials and the museum itself contains over 6500 artifacts and collections. The largest model of the Masjid al-Haram of Mecca is exhibited in the museum and the other artifacts and collections reflect the gorgeous Islamic world. The artifacts and collections of the museum are gathered from across the globe including Asia, Southeast Asia, China, Persia and Middle East.

Indian and Malayan artifacts are also exhibited in the galleries. There are 12 galleries in the Islamic Arts Museum and the artifacts are classified and displayed on the galleries according to their types. Geographical origins of the artifacts have not been considered for the display. Different sections in the galleries refer to different Islamic periods and events of the Islamic Universe. Besides, the museum also exhibits different other items like jewellery, Persian made carpets, textiles, pottery inscribed with calligraphy and more. The museum itself is one of the attractive places in Malaysia with its stunning structure, wonderful domes, glazing looks and works.

Different manuscripts and hand written Quran attracts more than the other collections of the museum. Story telling session is a very useful one for the kids to learn about Islamic World, heritage and artifacts displayed at the galleries. Collections made of organic materials like parchments, paper, bone, leather and wood are preserved and exhibited with proper care and the laboratory is fully armed with necessary cutting-edge technologies to examine the organic collections of the museum.  

Travel Guide information of Islamic Arts Museum, Kuala Lumpur:

The museum is located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur and adjacent to the Lake gardens and covered with foliage. Thus, there are different ways and routes to reach the Islamic Art Museum. Hiring a taxi cab is convenient or you can drive by yourself there. Riding at the rail system is another funny and interesting way to reach the museum. Regarding train ride, get off at the old railway station, the museum is a short walk from the station.  

Some Tips when you visit on Islamic Arts Museum, Kuala Lumpur:

Admission charge varies for special galleries. Touching and photography inside the museum is disallowed. Go through the narratives to learn about the specific items or collections. Crowd is lesser in the early morning. Arabic foods are available in the adjacent eateries within a reasonable price.  

Culture & Customs of Islamic Arts Museum, Kuala Lumpur:

The Islamic Art Museum is opened in seven days from 10.00 am to 6.00 pm. Kids below 6 years are free to enter at the museum. Lighting system of the museum is a bit reduced for the preservation of the organic artifacts but all the galleries are decorated splendidly. The artifacts and collections describe the movement of Islam across the globe in different Islamic ruling period. The 3D models of mosques around the world are made in detail forms and fascinating too.

Transport/ Getting Around in Islamic Arts Museum:

The best way to get to the Islamic Arts Museum is of course either by taxi or by driving here. But if you want to experience taking public transport in Kuala Lumpur, you can take the KTM Komuter and stop at the Old Railway Station and walk your way to the museum.

You can get to Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia by Bus, Metro or Train. These are the lines and routes that have stops nearby -Bus: Bus – 150, Bus – 652, Bus – 780, Bus – BET1, Bus – P701Train: Train – 2Metro: Metro – 5

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To spend a couple of hours surrounded by exquisite Islamic art and artifacts, curated extremely well in Malay, English, and Arabic.
The beautiful domed building has lots of light and there is plenty of space to wander and look at their collection of Qur’ans, jewelry, ceramics, weapons and so on.

The architecture gallery with models of significant mosques is also very good, and the gift shop actually has useful gifts – not just mugs and posters – and MANY of them, too! 

  • Adults: RM14.00
  • Students (with ID): RM7.00
  • Senior Citizens (Malaysian 60 and over with ID): RM7.00
  • Children (6 and under): FREE

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