Ramadan is right around the corner and the holy month doesn’t need to wipe out your travel plan. Take a look at these five Muslim-friendly Asian countries which are strongly recommended to our Muslim readers during this Ramadan season.
1. Singapore
Singapore is one of the most ideal places to travel to during Ramadan. Although the atmosphere may not be as merrier as in Malaysia, still you can feel the atmosphere of Ramadan at the bazaar near Masjid Sultan, the largest mosque in Singapore. For your tarawih prayers, do come down to Masjid Al-Falah which located at Bideford Road, a mere two-minute walk from busy Orchard Road.
2. Brunei Darussalam
In between Sabah and Sarawak, the tiny state of Brunei has one of the world’s highest Muslim population. Needless to say, there are many beautiful mosques you can visit include the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque in Bandar Seri Begawan. Also, many local travel agencies have come up with promotion packages to attract tourists to experience the exciting ambiance of Ramadan in Brunei.
3. Hong Kong
Each country has its own unique way of organising the structure of the Muslim communities, and that includes Hong Kong. Opt for accommodation near Jamia Masjid which is located in Central Hong Kong for as a number of halal restaurants are located in the district. In addition, don’t forget to head over to Masjid Ammar and Kowloon Mosque & Islamic Centre to experience the joys of Ramadan overseas.
4. Indonesia
In Indonesia, which has the world’s largest Muslim population, without a doubt is a great place to experience its vibrant Ramadan atmosphere. You can any destination in Indonesia including Jakarta, Bandung, Surabaya, Medan and Pekanbaru. If you’re in Jakarta, do not forget to stop fasting and prayer at the Istiqlal Mosque as it’s quite architecturally remarkable. If you’re visiting Bandung, the fairly modern structure Masjid Al-Irsyad awaits you here.
5. Taiwan
For the past years Taiwan has been putting lots of effort in creating a Muslim-friendly environment. At least 93 hotels and restaurants in Taiwan have halal certification,” Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) president Datuk Hamzah Rahmat, reported by The Star Online. Many national scenic attractions have facilities like prayer rooms and Muslim-friendly toilets – including the Taipei Main Station, Taoyuan Railway Station and Taiwan high speed rail’s Taichung Station. In Taipei, the Taipei Grand Mosque is the largest mosque in Taiwan. There are also other mosques such as Masjid Kaohsiung, Longgang Masjid Mosque in Taichung, Tainan Masjid Mosque for your convenience.
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