Al-Kauthar Mosque

Sabah's largest mosque
The Yang di-Pertuan Agong Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Tuanku Syed Putra Jamalullail, declared opened the RM31.5 million Al-Kauthar Mosque, Sabah largest mosque on 13th August 2004.

The Al-Kauthar mosque, which can accommodate a 17,000-strong congregation at anyone time, was completed in October 2002. It is equipped with a library, a seminar hall and an administrative office.

The King urged Muslims to make full use of the mosque not only to perform their daily prayers but also to seek knowledge, just like during the days of the Prophet.

The King commended Sabah government for building the mosque, which he described as Sabah largest and most beautiful landmark.

Balung Assemblyman Syed Abas Syed Ali is the chairman of the mosque's committee.

Present on 13th August 2004 opening ceremony were Head of State Tun Ahmadshah Abdullah, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Musa Haji Aman, Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Yahya Hussin, Minister in the Chief Minister's Department Datuk Nasir Tun Sakaran, Assistant Rural Development Minister Datuk Tawfiq Abu Dakar Titingan, USIA president Tun Sakaran Dandai and MUIS president Datuk Haji Matussin Awang Damit.

This new Tawau Mosque is next to the sea. Near by shops are eateries. The famous seafood stalls are 10 minutes walk from here.