Exquisite Miniatures @ Islamic Civilization Park, Terengganu

The Islamic Civilization Park (TTI) is one of Terengganu's newest attractions situated on Pulau Wan Man Island in the estuary of the Terengganu River. (The Islamic Civilization Park (TTI) was one of the place I want to visit few years back when I saw the beautiful pictures from my ex-course mates. Well, I believes some of you have visited it before me. To those who haven't, make this place into your must visit places, you will be amazed with all these replica which almost 100% similar to the real buildings.)

Taj Mahal, India

The park is colourful mosaic marked by 23 exquisite miniatures of famous mosques, monuments and a working replica of a waterwheel showcasing the grandeurs of Islamic arts and architecture. Among the facilities here are the souvenir shops, restaurant, a recreational lake, a commercial area and a convention centre. Audio visual presentations and signage focusing on heritage and history provides interesting informative tours.

Taj Mahal, India

The fifth Mughal emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in loving memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, as a symbol of his eternal love for her.

Great Mosque of Samara, Iraq

Commissioned by Abbasid caliph, Al-Mutawakkil in the 9th century and built entirely of bricks and clay, today it stands majestically in the largest ancient city in the world, just north of  Baghdad.

The Sacred Mosque, Saudi Arabia

The Sacred Mosque, Saudi Arabia

This mosque houses the holiest place in the world for all Muslims, the Ka'bah. In Arabic, Ka'bah means 'a high place with respect and prestige' and Muslims all over the world face the Ka'bah during prayers.

Kalyan Minaret, Uzbekistan

Built in 1127 A.D by Arslan-Khan, the minaret, made of baked bricks, is a flawless example of both civil engineering and superior architectural creation.

The Great Mosque of Qairawan, Tunisia

Built in 670 by Uqba ibn Nafi, this is the oldest Islamic monument in Tunisia with the oldest dated minaret. Today, having been rebuilt 3 times, this mosque symbolises equality in Qairawan.

Aleppo Citatel, Syria

Estimated to have been built during the 100th Century BC, it became a citadel under the Seleucids. Saladin's son, Ghazi used it both as a residence and fortress.

Mohammad Ali Mosque (Alabaster Msoque), Egypt

Mohammad Ali Mosque (Alabaster Msoque), Egypt

Also known as the Alabaster Mosque owing to the existence use of this fine material, this mosque was built by Mohammed Ali whose reign is known as the beginning of the Egyptian renaissance.

in front the replica of Dome of the Rock (Qubbah As-Sakhrah), Palestin

Built in 692 C.E, under the patronage of the Umayyad Caliph Abdul al-Malik ibn Marwan, it enshrines the Sacred Rock and commemorates the Prophet Muhammad's Ascension to the heavens to visit God.

Again I was not given enough time to shoot all the miniatures here :C Wish I have plenty of time next time.

Monument Opening Hours: 10am -7pm (Mon-Thu), 9am -7pm (Fri- Sun/ Public holiday)
How to get there: The heritage city buses ply their daily route around Kuala Terengganu city including Taman Tamadun Islam as the last stop. Visitors could take a trip on this Heritage City bus from Taman Shahbandar to get to Taman Tamadun Islam.
For more information: www.tti.com.my

My heartfelt thanks to Tourism Terengganu and Gaya Travel for the invitation of the trip.