Information About Brunei Darussalam is an oil rich sultanate that obtained independence in
1984. It offers tourists grand mosques, river journeys and virgin
rainforests that cover 70% of country. Located on the island of Borneo,
it is one of the smallest nation in ASEAN covering just 5,765 square
kilometres. Brunei Darussalam is a sovereign, independent, democratic
islamic monarchy.
The capital, Bandar Seri Begawan, is dominated by the picturesque
Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque. The Istana Nurul Iman is the most impressive
site in Brunei Darussalam and the world's largest residential palace. The
sculpture nearby celebrate ASEAN unity. The Kampong Ayer or water
village has been describe as the "Venice of the East". It is home to
30,000 people and features stilthouses over the water.
The Royal Ragalia Building is hoe to a collection of ceremonial jewels.
Brunei History Centre has a display on the history of the Sultans. The
Royal Ceremonial Halla or Lapau is where traditional royal ceremonies
are normally held. Tasek Recreational Park has natural waterfalls,
gardens and a lake. The market or tamu, located on the banks of the
Kianggeh river, is open daily and the Tamu Hujung Minggu opens at the
weekend and offers many exciting goods.
At Kampong Parit, just out of Bandar Seri Begawan, there is a mini
replica of a rural village. Easy access to the rainforest and waterfalls
is possible at Wasai Kandal. Jerudong Theme Park Brunei is an adventure theme
park open free to public. The nearby polo complex is one of the world's
largest. The Arts and Handycrafts Centre in Kota Batu has weaving and
silverware displays.
The Malay Technology Museum provides an insight into the past
lifestyle of the people. The Jame 'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque in Gadong
area is Brunei largest mosque. The Bukit Shahbandar Forestry Park
provides over 70 ha of forest, ponds, trails and obsrvation towers.
Meragang, Serasa and Muara beaches are popular recreational areas.
The geographically distinct, Temburong District contains dense forest
and patches of land utilized for hill rice. The isolated Rainforest
Centre at Kuala Belalong is a focus for learning about the lowland
tropical forests. Ulu Temburong National Park, the nation's first,
provided access to recreation and accommodation facilities.
There are several festivals including National Day on 23rd February, the
Sultan's birthday on 15th July, Chinese New Year and many Muslim
religious festivals like Hari Raya where open house is common.
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