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The Putra Mosque, also known as the Pink Mosque, is the famous mosque in Putrajaya. Located on the edge of the Putrajaya Lake, the mosque is exquisite because of the way it has been decorated. The main and smaller domes in the mosque are made from pink granite and are intricately embellished. The designs are a combination of Middle Eastern and traditional Malay designs. The main prayer hall in this mosque has no internal partitions and can accommodate up to 8000 male worshippers at the ground level while the 1st floor can accommodate up to 2000 female worshippers. There is also an auditorium, lecture rooms, a dining hall, a library and an area for funeral services. Non-Muslims are also allowed to enter the mosque, but you must adhere to the rules. Visitors must dress respectfully and female visitors will be shown to a robe counter where they will be given a pink robe with a hood to put on. There is no admission charge.
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