The mosque earned its 'Masjid Bulat' nickname ('Round Mosque' in Malay) due to its unique, unconventional circular floor plan.
The street hosting the mosque, Jalan Professor Khoo Kay Kim, was renamed in 2019 to honor the late Malaysian historian.
The architectural design is a mid-century modernist take on mosque construction that was ahead of its time in the local region.
Masjid Tun Abdul Aziz, widely known as Masjid Bulat, is a distinctive mosque in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, recognized for its unusual circular architecture. The structure deviates from traditional square or rectangular mosque designs, featuring a large dome that gives it its iconic round shape. It serves the Section 14 residential and commercial community as a central place of worship. The mosque is situated along Jalan Professor Khoo Kay Kim, formerly known as Jalan Semangat. It is a well-maintained facility that serves as a community anchor for religious activities and daily prayers.
From the pedestrian walkway across the street to capture the full circular shape of the dome.
Visit during non-prayer times to respect those performing their devotions.
Take time to observe the circular geometry from the outside before entering the prayer hall.
Visit during the early evening to see the structure illuminated.
Avoid wandering into the prayer hall during congregational prayer times unless you are there to worship.
Modest clothing is required; women should cover their hair, and both genders must cover their shoulders and knees. Remove shoes before entering the prayer area.
