A medley of dreamy architectural marvels and innovative artistry, this traditionally contemporary museum is an eye-opening glimpse into one of the world’s richest heritages.
A Visual Masterpiece
From the elaborately regal carvings and jewel-toned intricacies of Mughal artisanship, the spare yet beautiful Chinese take on Arabic Calligraphy, and the exquisite weaving of silk, gold thread, gems, and precious metals rampant in Malay exhibits to lush Persian fabrics, liquid-sparkling ethnic jewellery, and lavishly decorated weaponry, these storied galleries have no shortage of legendary moments to savour.
Must-See Attractions
Depicting a millennia’s worth of 7000 expressive artefacts from the Islamic world, you can wander through this dreamscape’s twelve thematic galleries and forget which era you’re living in! Some of the museum’s unmissable highlights include the India Gallery, with its bejewelled dynastic glamour, the China Gallery, with its gorgeously practical inventions, and the Malay World Gallery, featuring otherworldly portals into a archipelagic realm. If you’re looking for a sophisticated Penang studio apartment, venture no further than the likes of Citadines Prai Penang.
Nearby Diversions
After wandering through geometric designs, ethereal motifs, sultanic ornaments, and eloquent calligraphy, you can also visit Malaysia’s poetic Perdana Botanic Gardens, the beautiful National Mosque of Malaysia, and the iconic Petronas Towers.
Pro Travel Tips
This beguiling museum in the heart of pulsating KL is open to the public every day of the week from 9:30 am to 6 pm and costs RM 20 for adult visitors while children below six years are allowed free entry. Get ready to spend at least 2 hours roaming around this engrossing pinnacle of art and architecture.
