National Mosque of Malaysia

Of all the mosques that I encountered on my trips through Morocco, not once did I get an opportunity to enter one for one reason or another. But here on this trip to Malaysia, where Islam is the official and largest religion, I hope to finally be allowed entry.

So SL and I hop into her car and make our way to the National Mosque of Malaysia, situated among 13 lush acres and marked by a 73-meter high minaret.

During certain hours non-Muslims are permitted inside, but proper attire is required and shoes must be removed.

I happily oblige (no matter the heatstroke that I feel coming on) so that I could experience this. The mosque is fairly quiet today, the day after Friday prayer.

What a beautiful structure this mosque is, a perfect place for quiet reflection.

After a very chill visit,I return my violet chador, get last shots of my surroundings, and take a final stroll in my DIY hijab, a veil of sorts made from a Louis Vuitton monogramouflage stole that has been around the world with me…hey, there’s always a fashion moment waiting to break out!

March 21, 2014