Mosques

Tawao, located in the Malaysian state of Sabah on the island of Borneo, sits near the border with Indonesia's North Kalimantan province. While the city itself has no listed mosques within its immediate boundaries, the available mapped records show a significant concentration of prayer places in the neighbouring Nunukan Regency, Indonesia, just across the border. These 20 listed mosques and prayer rooms, all within 50 km of Tawao, provide options for Muslims living in or visiting the area, particularly those near the border crossing.

The majority of these prayer places are clustered in the Nunukan Regency, with addresses indicating a strong presence in districts such as South Nunukan (Nunukan Selatan), East Nunukan (Nunukan Timur), and West Nunukan (Nunukan Barat). Notable named mosques include Masjid Agung Al-Mujahidin Nunukan, Masjid Al-muttaqin, Masjid Baitul Izza (LDII), Masjid Ar Rahman, and Masjid Al Muqaddis, among others. Several mosques are also located on Sebatik Island, which is split between Indonesia and Malaysia, such as Masjid Al-Falah in Sungai Nyamuk, Masjid Al Aqsho in Aji Kuning, and Masjid As Shobirin in Pancang. This distribution shows that the prayer-place infrastructure is well established in the border region, serving both local communities and travellers.

For Muslims in Tawao, the nearest listed mosque is Masjid Al Aqsho, approximately 9.7 km away in Sebatik Barat, followed by Masjid As Shobirin at 10.5 km and Masjid An NUR at 11.7 km, both in the Sebatik area. The farthest listed mosque is Masjid Al Fajar Sei. Bilal at 31 km. While no prayer places are listed within Tawao city itself, the proximity of these Indonesian mosques offers practical options for those with access to border crossings. It is advisable to verify current border crossing requirements and mosque accessibility before travelling, as conditions may vary.

All listed prayer places are based on available mapped records and may not be exhaustive. Addresses and distances are approximate; verify exact locations and accessibility before visiting. Contact details, opening hours, and facilities are not provided in the data. For the most accurate information, consider checking local sources or visiting the mosques directly.