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    Kuala Lumpur’s National Mosque: A Symbol of Malaysia

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    Robes and hijabs (or tudungs as they are known in Malaysia) are lent out to unprepared tourists upon entering the mosque. Views[509] Regardless of religious background, every female who enters the National Mosque must be totally covered except for her hands, feet, and face. Views[531] A couple of older schoolgirls return to their studies at the National Mosque, built in 1965 as a symbol of the country’s recently won independence. Views[387] The National Mosque’s architecture exemplifies order and symmetry. It also is immaculately clean; shoes must be removed before entering and tourists may only enter at certain times of day. Views[664] Students who attend the school within the National Mosque take part in an assembly. The various roles, expectations, and amounts of freedom in Malaysian Muslim society differ greatly between men and women; these ideas, which are connected to their religion, are fostered from a young age. Views[775]
     

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