Ubudiah Royal Mosque

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In 1913, the 28th Sultan of Perak, Sultan Idris Murshidul Adzam Shah I Ibni Almarhum Raja Bendahara Alang Iskandar Teja, commissioned the Ubudiah Royal Mosque after recovering from an illness. Literally meaning ‘self-surrender to Allah’, the Sultan commissioned colonial architect AB Hubback to create this masterpiece, which combines Malay and Indian styles. The stark white facade is broken up by bands of imported Italian marble, which famously delayed construction after being damaged by fighting elephants. Crowning the building is a giant gold down, and a multitude of minarets. Though construction was a relatively brisk 4 years, the sultan didn’t live to see his project finished. After admiring the exterior, visitors can step inside to see the interior’s giant chandelier, though appropriate attire is required.