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Brunei

History

Sultanate was established, giving Brunei a new political framework.
Protectorate of British Raj placed the territory under outside administration.
Constitution adopted and self-governance territory transferred to direct control of the United Kingdom.
The Brunei revolt was put down with British help and the sultan ruled by emergency decree.
Brunei became independent from the United Kingdom, marking a key step in modern statehood.
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CapitalBandar Seri Begawan
Population456k
Area5,765 km2
CurrencyBrunei dollar

Short facts

RegionSoutheast Asia / Borneo
LanguageMalay
Time zoneBNT (UTC+8)
Drives onLeft

Worth seeing

  • Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque: Golden-domed mosque on a lagoon, one of Southeast Asia's most beautiful.
  • Kampong Ayer: The world's largest water village, home to 39,000 people on stilts over Brunei River.
  • Ulu Temburong National Park: Pristine primary rainforest accessible only by boat and on foot.

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What is Brunei known for?Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, Kampong Ayer, Ulu Temburong National Park.
What is the capital?Bandar Seri Begawan.
Which language is useful?Malay.
When is the national day?23 February.
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