Nicely back in the air-conditioning of the car, we make our way to Kuala Kangsar – the Royal State capital who’s attractions really centre about the Royal Palaces (old - Istana Kenangan and new) and the State (Ubudiah) Mosque – both of which are amazing. As we are in the Mosque grounds, the adhan (call to prayer) starts which makes me jump - no idea why, seeing as I live right next door to the Federal Mosque and hear this call on a daily basis.
We chat later about the wearing of headscarves and he said it was partly to make the woman look less desirable so men wouldn’t lust after them. Of course I think this is utter bollocks – a man can walk around practically naked, but a woman have to cover up in case their bare skin forces a man to have urges towards her. We move on from the subject quickly.
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