MASJID TANAH

Masjid Tanah is a very classy and mesmerizing town (mukim) in Alor Gajah District of Melaka in Malaysia. It has established itself into one of the largest towns in Melaka from a small village but has kept the beauty and values of the old village intact.

The village was used as residential areas since mid-1500 AD but with a boom in real estate business and starting of Petronas oil refinery in nearby Sungai Udang, this town became one of the most prominent residential areas in Melaka. It is full of natural beauty and attracts visitors from all over the world for its heritage, culture, tradition, and stunning beaches. 

The name of the town was taken from the well-known mosque (masjid) which was made using soil (Tanah) and is a structure of great heritage importance. It is believed to be built in 1730 by Tuan Sheikh Imam Maznum, who was an Islamic missionary from Gujarat, India.

It lies in the northern district of the state and is close to Negri Sembilan. The town has gained popularity as a beautiful tourist destination and has matured as an added source of livelihood for locals. The stunning beaches of Tanjung Bidara and Pengkalan Balak beaches are most popular and attract both locals and foreigners for their captivating beauty, mouth-watering delicacies, and endangered hawksbill turtles.

The seafood offered by the chalets available beside the seashores is not only pleasing but fresh and reasonable too. This is one of the main reasons which make these places in Masjid Tanah town packed with visitors during school and public holidays.

Masjid Tanah is a notable town in Alor Gajah District, Melaka, Malaysia, and is very well connected with all prominent cities in Malaysia through public and private transport services. 

- Air:
The nearby airport is Malacca airport which serves flights to both international and domestic destinations. The road distance between Malacca Airport and Masjid Tanah is approx. 31 Km, and from here you can easily reach Masjid Tanah by bus, taxi or car.

- Train:
The Pulau Sebang/Tampin railway station is the nearest one and various feasible and affordable transport means, including buses, taxis or shared cars, are available here to reach Masjid Tanah.

- Car:
 You can also drive to this exotic location in your car if you are traveling within Malaysia.

Masjid Tanah's weather is pleasant throughout the year with rainfall, the severity of which depends entirely on the season. This moderately stable weather makes Masjid Tanah an all-year-round destination. Temperatures here usually range between 30°C - 35°C throughout the day and 27°C - 29°C at night. The temperatures can become a bit colder after spells of heavy rainfall but that will be comfortable too. The area experiences two seasons:

- Dry Season:
The dry season comprises April, May, and October months. This area also enjoys abundant sunlight during these days and it is the best time to go for a walk around the city.

- Wet Season:
The wet seasons fall between March-April and October-November. And the area is full of scenic beauty and if you do not mind getting wet, this is a good time to stroll around.

The climate here during the transition period between summers and winters (mid-December-early March and early June to late August) proves to be the best time for tourists. This period is comfortable, pleasing, and serene, and it is the most suitable time for enjoying outdoor activities.