MASJID ALKAFF UPPER SERANGOON

Masjid Alkaff Upper Serangoon is a heritage mosque established in 1932, gazetted as Singapore's 68th national monument. Located in the Serangoon planning area, it serves the North-East Region Muslim community with a prayer capacity of up to 2,500 people following its 2014 expansion.

Friday Prayer: Yes

Facilities:
Main prayer hall with Moorish architecture, Annex with classrooms and office space, Accessibility features (ramps and lift), Landscaped gardens with eco-friendly design, Ablution facilities

Public Transport:
The nearest MRT station is Potong Pasir. For detailed directions and alternative transport options, use the Google Maps or Waze buttons on the top right of this page.

Community Role:
Heritage and community centre serving the Potong Pasir and surrounding areas. As a national monument, it plays a significant cultural and spiritual role in Singapore's Islamic heritage, attracting both worshippers and heritage enthusiasts.

Additional Info:
The mosque was founded by Syed Abdul Rahman bin Shaikh Alkaff, head of the prominent Alkaff family of Yemeni Arab merchants. It underwent major renovation and expansion in March 2014, which included adding ramps and a lift for elderly accessibility. The architectural design features Moorish-style horseshoe arches, Corinthian-inspired columns, and an Ottoman-influenced minaret. The mosque won the Urban Redevelopment Authority's Architectural Heritage Award in 2015. Contact: info@alkaffus.sg for inquiries.