On top of a hill in downtown Johor Bahru, overlooking the Straits of Johor and neighbouring Singapore, stands the magnificent Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque, one of the most beautiful old mosques in Malaysia.

The construction of the mosque marked the start of the Johor's modernisation process in 1892, which was commissioned by the "Father of Modern Johor", Sultan Abu Bakar. It took eight years to build and was completed in 1900.

The mosque can accommodate 2,000 worshippers and is a mix of architectural styles, but principally Victorian! It is said that the minarets look like British watch towers.

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Desaru Fruit Farm

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Sultan Abu Bakar Mosque

Royal Abu Bakar Museum

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