Masjid Jamek Simpang Enam
Masjid Jamek Simpang Enam is a small heritage mosque along Jalan Macalister, between the junctions of Lorong Macalister and Jalan Penang. Also called Masjid Jamek Haji Wahab, this mosque dates back to 1897 when it was founded on the endowment land (wakaf) of Haji Abdul Wahab. At that time, there was a six-point junction where Macalister Road meets Penang Road, Gladstone Road, Magazine Road, Brick Kiln Road and Dato' Kramat Road. Today Gladstone Road has entirely been erased from the map under the Komtar development.
Getting there
Masjid Jamek Simpang Enam is located near the start of Jalan Macalister. From the Komtar Bus Terminal, walk along Jalan Tek Soon to Jalan Penang. Cross Jalan Penang and turn left. Walk along Jalan Penang until you arrive at the junction of Jalan Macalister. Turn right into Jalan Macalister and you will arrive at Masjid Jamek Simpang Enam on your right.
Nearby Sights
King Edward VII Memorial Hospital
Loke Thye Kee (dilapidated)
Khaw Kongsi
Ong Kongsi
Church of Our Lady of Sorrows
Nearby Shopping
Komtar
Prangin Mall
Gama
Visiting Penang
If you're planning a trip to Penang, please go through the information I have assembled in Penang Travel Tips. You'd find there information covering all aspect about Penang, including accommodation, transport, food, shopping, places of interest and more. Everything you need to know Penang is right there at your finger tips!
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Masjid Jamek Simpang Enam (8 August 2006)
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Masjid Jamek Simpang Enam Location Map
Masjid Jamek Simpang Enam (16 July 2008)
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