Brunei is an oil-rich sultanate, lying in the northwestern part of Borneo, and is entirely enclosed by the Malaysian federation. Brunei can look back to a rich history, spawning several centuries back. At the peak of its power Brunei controlled most of the island of Borneo and parts of the Southern Philippines. Nowadays Brunei is a small country whose capital is Bandar Seri Begawan. Its major attractions are its magnificent mosques and the museums. Brunei enjoys an elegant, affluent, laid back atmosphere.

This is the largest and most magnificent mosque in the sultanate and a symbol of Islam’s hold in the country.

Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei. It is a clean, modern city with large green green areas, perhaps too large considering the small population of 60000 inhabitants. The town center lies along the Brunei river. The major shopping complex is the Yayasan one, opposite the Omar Ali Saifuddien mosque.

Omar Ali Saifuddien mosque, one of the most impressive modern mosques in the east. Originally built in 1958 the mosque is located close to the Brunei river in its own artificial lagoon. In the lagoon there is a replica of a 16th century royal barge.

most of the Omar Ali Saifuddien mosque and the royal barge nearby.

Brunei river and the Kampong (Kampung) Ayer water village. Kampong Ayer is a collection of 28 centuries-old water villages on the Brunei river. About 30000 people live there.  People in Brunei are very friendly and interested in tourists, perhaps because Brunei doesn’t get so many of them.

Tamoi mosque, which lies next to the Kampong Kiarong water village.

Related Posts

Related posts:

1. Petronas Twin Towers in Malaysia – the world’s tallest building
2. Cell : Two Major Process in Exchange Of Materials Between Cell And Environment
3. The most famous and best-preserved temple found in Cambodia
4. 7 Major Health Examinations