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Thursday, August 21, 2008

BRUNEI ATTRACTION


JAME' ASR HASSANIL BOLKIAH MOSQUE

it is one of many attractions in the country of Brunei Cultural and Religion It was built to honor the 25th anniversary of His Majesty the Sultan's reign, it is consider as the largest and possible the most magnificent mosque in Brunei.

Note: The mosque is closed to non-muslims on Thursday. Access is restricted to late afternoon on Fridays.

ROYAL REGALIA

Located at the heart of Bandar, this museum has unique collection of the Royal Brunei artifacts; such as royal chariot, gold and silver ceremonial armory, the jewel-encrusted crowns used during the coronation and a replica of the throne which His Majesty uses on state occasions. These artifacts could only found in this museum which was established to remember the 1992 Silver Jubilee of His Majesty's accession to the throne.


KAMPONG AYER
Kampong Ayer is perhaps the most unique part of Bandar Seri Begawan due to its wide-range village that build on the Brunei Rivers. It is one of the largest water villages in the world. About 30 000 people still living there. The Kampong Ayer has hover over the shallow of the Brunei River for least four centuries. Now this day the water village is furnished with modern facility but also a mixture of traditionally and lively atmosphere which is still remains in the village.

PROBOSCIS MONKEY TOUR

the proboscis monkey are to believe to be the one of rarest creature which only could be found in brunei, indonesia and malaysia borneo. this creature is nearly close to extinct due to habitat destruction. in brunei, this leaf-eating monkey could be found habitat in mangrove area along the brunei river. Local people are often seen this primate swing tree to tree or resting on the tree branch in the early morning and dusk time. the unique about this creature in brunei, it doesn't require to travel far in the jungle to see them.


TAMU KIANGGEH

Tamu Kianggeh is one of the famous local markets in Brunei. It is located on the banks of the Kianggeh River in central Bandar Seri Begawan and it opens from early morning until late evening. The market is where variety of local product that can be found there. Among the items that could be found are medical herbs and local delicacies. There are also handicraft shoppers that may find a good bargain there.

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