Bandar Seri Begawan

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Mosques & Shrines

Bandar Seri Begawan’s skyline is defined by the golden domes of the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin and Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah mosques, showcasing modern Islamic architecture and Italian marble. Beyond these landmarks, the city preserves its history through royal mausoleums like the Kubah Makam Diraja and the tomb of the legendary Sultan Bolkiah. The religious landscape also includes the Moroccan-inspired Ash-Shaliheen Mosque, the city's sole Chinese temple, and the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, reflecting Brunei’s cultural heritage.

Mosques & Shrines — Kartta

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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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Teng Yuan Temple

The only Chinese temple in Bandar Seri Begawan, serving the local Taoist and Buddhist community since the 1960s.

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Raja Ayang Mausoleum

A historic tomb associated with the legend of a royal figure who, according to local folklore, was sequestered here due to a forbidden relationship.

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Kubah Makam Diraja Brunei

The official burial ground for the Brunei Royal Family, housing the tombs of several Sultans and members of the monarchy since the 18th century.

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Mausoleum of Sultan Bolkiah

The final resting place of the fifth Sultan of Brunei, whose 15th-century reign is considered the nation's golden age.

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Mausoleum of Sultan Sharif Ali

The tomb of Brunei’s third Sultan, an Arab scholar who is credited with consolidating Islamic law and building the country's first mosque.

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Ash-Shaliheen Mosque

A mosque featuring Moroccan-style architecture, turquoise domes, and a unique retractable roof designed by Egyptian architect Abdel-Wahed El-Wakil.

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Church of Our Lady of the Assumption

The main pro-cathedral and largest Catholic place of worship in Brunei, located in the heart of the capital.

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Suri Seri Begawan Raja Pengiran Anak Damit Mosque

A prominent mosque in the Madang area featuring a large blue dome and intricate gold calligraphy on its exterior.

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