FOUNDED by Tengku Syed Hussain Al-Aidid in 1808, this Malay mosque has, in its premises, shophouses, a cemetery, mid-19th century houses and an octagonal minaret. The features are an indication of a complex of activities of the early Muslims in Penang who are of Malay, Arab, Indian Muslim and Achenese heritage.

For more information and related links, click through below: -

• Acheen Street Mosque (Travel Malaysia Guide, 03.06.07)
• Acheen St. Mosque (built 1808) (Asian Historical Architecture)
• Acheen St. Mosque (flickr)
• Abdul Kalam’s trail of lessons (iGT Features, 03.03.09)
• Penang's living Muslim heritage (theSun, 01.03.07)