Brunei-Muara District

Brunei-Muara District essentials

Brunei-Muara highlights the sultanate’s architectural wealth and cultural history. The district features the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque, known for its main dome covered in pure gold, and the Istana Nurul Iman, the world's largest residential palace. On the Brunei River, Kampong Ayer preserves a centuries-old way of life in a sprawling stilt-house settlement. Cultural insights are found at the Malay Technology Museum and the national Brunei Museum, while Jerudong Park offers extensive recreational grounds originally built for royal use.

Brunei-Muara Essentials — Map

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Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque

Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque is a mosque in Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei.

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Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque

Built to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Sultan's reign, this mosque is the largest in the country. Its interior is just marvellous.

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Nurul Iman Palace

The Istana Nurul Iman is the official residence of the Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah, and the seat of the Brunei government.

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Kampong Ayer

Kampung Ayer is a prominent traditional settlement in Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei.

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Brunei Museum

The Brunei Museum is the national museum of Brunei. It is located in Kota Batu in the capital Bandar Seri Begawan.

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Malay Technology Museum

The Malay Technology Museum is a museum in Kota Batu, a historical area in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei.

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Jerudong Park

Jerudong Park is an amusement park in Jerudong, Brunei-Muara District, Brunei.

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Kianggeh Market

Traditional open-air market on the banks of the Kianggeh River. Local vendors sell fresh produce, dried seafood, medicinal herbs, and handicrafts. The market is most active in the early morning.

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The Mall, Gadong

A major commercial hub in the Gadong district, this eight-story shopping complex contains international retail brands, a cinema, and a large food court.

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Balai khazanah

An Islamic heritage gallery housing the Sultan's personal collection of rare Islamic manuscripts, astronomical instruments, and decorative arts from across the Muslim world.

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