Photogallery of Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei

Bandar Seri Begawan

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Top sigths of Brunei

The Istana Nurul Iman Palace is a very unusual and interesting architectural landmark. This is the biggest active residence of the government in the world. The giant palace has 1788 rooms. Even the number of bathrooms is astonishing – 257. The building cost of the tremendous residence exceeded US$1 billion. A beautiful park surrounds the Istana Nurul Iman. It is also impossible not to mention one more part of the residence, a car garage with more than 5,000 vehicles. The luxurious palace is open to all visitors for several days a year. … Open

Chapters of the guide to Bandar Seri Begawan

Bandar Seri Begawan sightseeing

Bandar Seri Begawan is the capital of Brunei. The city is conveniently built on the left side of the Brunei River. The city is situated in a small valley surrounded by green hills. These stone giants covered with dense forests are like guardians of the beautiful city. The old part of the city is built “on the water”. Currently, approximately 40 thousand people live there. As the city is located on a riverbank, … Open

Cultural excursion through Bandar Seri Begawan - things to see

One of the most beautiful modern buildings with a facade resembling a wooden ship’s stern houses Brunei Maritime Museum. This museum became the first in the country, the exposition of which is dedicated to maritime navigation. The museum presents a collection of interesting historical exhibits, as well as original thematic expositions. One of the most interesting is the one dedicated to the largest shipwrecks … Open

Attractions and active leisure

Taman Mini Perayan-Kampong-Parit is an amazing open-air entertainment center. This one is also located in a beautiful natural area. In this park, you can see small copies of Brunei’s most interesting attractions. These include detailed replicas of ancient villages and typical local household buildings. Some of the most interesting are reduced-size copies of the most famous mosques of Brunei, as well as modern … Open

Bandar Seri Begawan for children - what to visit

Fascinating river cruises are organized all year round in the city. Invite your child to ride charming pleasure boats and admire the sights located on the banks. With older children, it’d be a great idea to ride speed boats go kayaking down the river in the warm season. Beaches equipped on the seashore and riverbanks would be another great option for families. Most of the sea beaches are calm and shallow. … Open

Photogalleries of neighbours of Bandar Seri Begawan

Kota Kinabalu

The main attraction of Kota Kinabalu is the beautiful Mosque Sabah. The incredibly harmonious large-scale architectural complex is located in the very heart of the city. The mosque can accommodate up to 5,000 parishioners at a time. The spectacular snow-white building with beautiful domes and high turrets has a completely unique look, next to the mosque is no less beautiful and ... Open »

Kalimantan Island

When in Pontinak, on the West of Borneo, definitely visit the monument, which marks the equator line. You will not only be able to stand on “the middle” of the Earth, but you will also see an amazing natural phenomenon. If you find some water and a vortex, you will see, that the monument is located in the exact place it should be. In a couple of meters to the North of the ... Open »

Sulawesi Island

If you like exotic things, visit the Torajaland. Here you will see the surprisingly shaped houses of the local people, which were built, using the same technologies, their ancestors had, and a unique cemetery. In fact, Sulawesi is definitely at the top by the amount of beautiful, unusual and stunning ceremonial places, related to death. They bury the dead in the grottos, ... Open »

Ho Chi Minh City

The tunnels Cu Chi are unique in all respects. The complex of underground structures is located in the immediate vicinity of Ho Chi Minh City. They were built in the mid-20th century and during the war years served as a shelter for thousands of the indigenous inhabitants. This is a real underground city with arranged infrastructure. Firstly, the length of the tunnels was more ... Open »

Manila

San Agustin Museum (which is located next to another religious landmark that deserves attention-San Agustin Church) will appeal to connoisseurs of sacred art, here you can find an invaluable collection of works of fine and sculptural art, as well as interesting artefacts, one way or another related to religion. Another place that will appeal to art connoisseurs —National ... Open »

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