Masjid Jalan Paloh, Ipoh, Religious complex in Ipoh, Malaysia
Masjid Jalan Paloh is a mosque in Ipoh featuring a distinctive five-tiered minaret that reflects traditional Malaysian architectural design from the early 1900s. The complex also contains a mausoleum with a two-tiered gabled roof and ornamental balustrades within the grounds.
The mosque was rebuilt in 1912 after the death of Haji Long Mohd Kassim, a wealthy Ipoh figure. It was built by Wan Muhammad Saleh, superintendent of penghulus and assistant land revenue collector under Frank Swettenham. Three donors funded it: Toh Puan Saripah Binti Duakap, Datok Panglima Bukit Gantang Mahmud Bin Mohd Taib and Hj Long Mohd Kassim Bin Ngah Banja Jagra. Its original name was Mohamedan.
The mosque functions as a focal gathering place for the Muslim community to perform daily prayers and participate in religious learning. Its role in local spiritual life remains central to how Ipoh's residents practice their faith.
The mosque sits on Jalan Datoh, and the original five-tiered minaret and the founder's mausoleum stand beside the present building. The mausoleum is enclosed by a half-wall with balustrades and has a two-tiered gabled roof. Visitors should dress modestly and remove their shoes before entering the prayer hall.
The mosque's original name was Mohamedan. Three donors funded the 1912 rebuilding: Toh Puan Saripah binti Duakap, Datok Panglima Bukit Gantang Mahmud bin Mohd Taib and Haji Long Mohd Kassim bin Ngah Banja Jagra. The land grant belonged to Saripah binti Duakap, who left no heirs.
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