Brunei Darussalam Travel - Architectural Treasures Await You

Brunei Darussalam is small, but one of the richest countries of Southeast Asia.

It is neighbored by Malaysia and is located in the South China Sea. If you are planning a trip to Brunei Darussalam, then be ready to get surprised by the richness of this charming country’s culture and standard of living. When you travel to Brunei, you will experience majestic Islamic architecture and royal traditions unlike any other country.

Being the last remaining Malay Islamic monarchy, Brunei Darussalam is ruled by a royal family that has been in power for more than 600 years. Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah is the current ruler of the country and is one of the richest men in the world.

Brunei Darussalam travel tour cannot be complete without visiting the architectural treasures the place has.

The gleaming gold domed Sultan Ali Saifuddien Mosque is the famous mosque that is worth checking out.

Another landmark in Brunei Darussalam is the Istana Nurul Iman, which is the residential palace of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah. Its estimated value is about USD $600 million.

There are many options for people planning a trip to Brunei Darussalam. First, the capital city of Bandar Seri Begawan (BSB) offers picturesque sights of mosques and water villages that visitors can enjoy.

The country even has a rain forest and the popular Ulu Temburong National Park that can be visited.

Other cities such as Muara, Kuala Belait and Bangar are worth visiting, especially to enjoy the thrilling boat rides and ferries.

The culture of Brunei Darussalam is heavily influenced by Islam, but the people are pretty moderate and tolerant.

Malay is the official language, whereas, English is also widely spoken and easily understood. The majority of the population is Malay with a significant Chinese minority.

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Brunei Cuisine

No trip to Brunei Darussalam is complete without enjoying the food that the place has to offer. While you are there, you can enjoy nasi katok, a local dish of rice and spicy curried beef or chicken.

You can also try chicken rice and ambuyat, which is a unique Bruneian dish. It is a thick paste made out of sago that is eaten with a savory sauce. Teh tarik, a sweet milk tea, is a famous drink in Brunei Darussalam that you must definitely try!

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