Mosque Without Dome: Conserving Traditional-Designed Mosque in Melaka, Malaysia

Jasin is one of the area in the state of Malacca in Malaysia, known for its long winding history. Located in the
middle seat of government of the Empire of the famous Melaka Sultanate, Jasin district does have a number of
quality historic buildings. One of the old buildings found in one the villages located quite close to the town of
Jasin is the unique domeless Air Barok Village Mosque. Its location is situated along the main road, easy to
reach. In a study stated in this paper, it shows how the unique architecture of this mosque of Air
Baroque Village can be appreciated. This paper presents a study of the design elements and architectural
features that are unique to the mosque around this region. This paper stated on the approach in creating
this structure is different compared to most of the existing mosque currently and previously being built around
the state. The concept of neo-archipelago idea to have the Chinese Buddha features in a Muslim mosque was
unique found on this religious building located at the side of the world. Expectations for this study to reveal the
noble efforts of the Government bodies involved in restoring old buildings such as this mosque can
indirectly maintain the cultural arts of the local Malays who are the largest race in Malaysia. Efforts should
also be given to maintain old buildings; not only religious buildings but also other building types; in the
effort to ensure local arts and culture still exist and can be appreciated by future generations.