Chest opened
+${chestReward.xp} XP
Explorer
NOUVEAU ×${chestReward.collectible.quantity}
tapez pour fermer

See the monuments around you in AR Open chests in the app

Around Us is built for your phone — point your camera at the streets and discover the monuments and places around you in augmented reality. Around Us is built for your phone — chests unlock when you walk, explore and capture nearby places.

•

Enable Location

We need your location to show you interesting places around you

Discover nearby places

Find interesting locations and hidden gems around you

Precise directions

Get accurate directions and distances to places

Your location is never shared with other users. It's only used when you tap the location button.

Kampung Laut Mosque

Log in to your account

Start exploring — it's free

Trusted by 94,082 travelers worldwide

Continue with Google
Continue with Apple
or

We will send you a code to connect

By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy

Check your inbox

We've sent a pincode in your inbox. Please enter the code below.

Kampung Laut Mosque

Kampung Laut Mosque, Traditional mosque in Kelantan, Malaysia

Kampung Laut Mosque is a wooden structure that rises on stilts, featuring traditional Malay design with detailed carvings worked into its framework and walls. The interior is organized for prayer with supporting pillars, and the overall layout reflects the practical needs of a working house of worship.

Kampung Laut Mosque's construction date is unconfirmed; estimates place it in the 15th or 18th century, possibly by Champa transporters. During the Kelantan Sultanate (1859–1900) it served as a meeting point for sultans and religious leaders and as a trading post, and was expanded with 20 pillars, a three-tiered roof, a tower, an attic and a water tank. It was handed to the Kelantan Government in May 1970.

The mosque takes its name from Kampung Laut, the riverside village in Tumpat District where it originally stood before being moved to Nilam Puri. Its expansion in the late 19th century used the 'Tebuk-Pasak' technique, joining timber without a single nail. A brick monument with an inscribed plaque stands in front of the building today.

The mosque stands on Jalan Kuala Krai in Nilam Puri, opposite the Academy of Islamic Studies campus of the University of Malaya, about 11 km from Kota Bharu. The prayer hall is raised on posts, so expect to climb steps and leave shoes at the entrance. The building is an active place of worship, so time a visit outside prayer sessions.

The mosque was moved from Kampung Laut on the Kelantan River to Nilam Puri, near the University of Malaya's Islamic Studies Academy on Jalan Kuala Krai. It survived the 1926 Bah Air Merah flood and a 1966 flood that swept away riverside parts, and was repaired afterwards.

The community of curious travelers

AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 94,082 contributors worldwide.

Start exploring
Location
Inception
16
Architectural style
Islamic architecture, Malay architecture
Made from material
wood
GPS coordinates
6.02737,102.24062
Latest update
October 24, 2026 11:49
Reviews
Share your experience

No review yet

Discussions
Start a discussion...

No discussion yet

« Kampung Laut Mosque - Traditional mosque in Kelantan, Malaysia » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot
❝

A unique approach to discovering new places❞

— Le Figaro

❝

All the places worth exploring❞

— France Info

❝

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞

— 20 Minutes

Around Us
Travel Guide & Maps
Download

Send to your phone

QR Code
1

Open the camera app on your mobile.

2

Point at the QR code with your camera. A notification will appear.

3

Tap the notification to open the link.