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Bandar Seri Begawan - Capital of an Oil Sultanate

by SLLiew - last update: Jan 31, 2007



Bandar Seri Begawan (BSB) is the capital of Brunei.

It has a riverine village built-on-stilts over the Brunei River.

And in the background overlooking is the majestic golden dome mosque.
His majesty the Sultan of Brunei


Brunei is one of the highest per capita country in Southeast Asia.

Brunei Darussalam became independent from British rule in 1984.

His majesty the King of Brunei at one time was reputed to be one of the richest man in the world.


Bruneian children going to school by boat.

Malay Language is the national language with English and Arabic used as medium of teaching.

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Comments for SLLiew about Bandar Seri Begawan
deecat Thu Jun 19, 2008 18:50 UTC
 The info about "saliva of dogs" and Muslim belief was an eye opener! Ali Saifuddin Mosque and other mosques were beautiful. Royal Palace = majestic. Found the water village & houses on stilts quite interesting.
nora_south_africa Mon Apr 28, 2008 13:31 UTC
 very good page!! thanx
traveldave Fri Jan 4, 2008 17:01 UTC
 A fascinating and beautiful city. And the architecture of the mosques is fantastic.
scottishvisitor Sun Oct 7, 2007 18:03 UTC
 The mosques & Royal palace look stunning = very different to the water village! Enjoyed the virtual tour
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Bandar Seri Begawan Hotels

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    Lot 11044 Kg. Luagan Pulaie, Jln Berakas, Bandar Seri Begawan
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    Spg 730-34, Jalan Jerudong, Bandar Seri Begawan
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