Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory, Malaysia

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The Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur is one of the most important museums of Islamic art in Southeast Asia, showcasing thousands of artefacts that reflect more than a millennium of Islamic history, culture, and craftsmanship.

Opened in 1998, the museum features galleries dedicated to subjects such as Qur’anic manuscripts, architecture, textiles, jewellery, ceramics, metalwork, and the Islamic artistic traditions of regions including the Malay world, China, and India. Located near the National Mosque and Perdana Botanical Garden, it is renowned for its striking architecture, beautiful turquoise domes, and extensive collection that offers visitors a rich insight into the diversity of Islamic art and heritage.