Al-Muktafi Billah Shah Mosque, Modern royal mosque in Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia

Al-Muktafi Billah Shah Mosque is the modern royal mosque of Terengganu, standing at Kampung Ladang in Kuala Terengganu. Construction ran from 1981 to 1984, and the Sultan of Terengganu, Mahmud Al-Muktafi Billah Shah, opened it in September 1984. The new Royal Mausoleum lies a short distance from the building.

Construction of the mosque began in 1981 and was completed in 1984. It was officially opened in September 1984 by Sultan Mahmud Al-Muktafi Billah Shah of Terengganu, after whom the mosque is named. The new Royal Mausoleum stands a short distance away.

The minaret displays detailed calligraphy and carved designs created by local artisans from Besut, reflecting the connection between contemporary religious architecture and traditional craftsmanship.

The location is easy to reach and the building is air-conditioned, making it comfortable to visit regardless of the heat outside. Visitors should wear appropriate clothing and respect prayer times, which determine when you can enter.

The royal mausoleum near the mosque holds the tomb of Sultan Mahmud Al-Muktafi Billah Shah, who died on 14 May 1998. His consort Tengku Ampuan Besar Tengku Hajah Bariah died on 21 March 2011, and his daughter Tengku Amira Zahara Farrah Quraishiyah Puteri died on 25 February 2001; both are also buried there.