Tourist Attractions

Brunei Arts and Handicrafts Centre

Brunei's age old traditional arts and crafts are showcased at this centre which aims to preserve their rich legacy. Taking pride of place ae Brunei's famous brocades, kain tenunan, woven with gold and silver threads. Other than that, there are also hand-tooled silverware such as canons, the keris (dagger) and varios worked of silver artefacts.

Opening hours : Monday - Sunday
                       ; 8am- 5pm
Admission        : Free

Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque

This magnificent mosque sits at the very heart of the capital city and the country's Islamic faith. It was built in 1958 and named after the 28th Sultan of Brunei, Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien. It is one of the famous mosque in South East Asia in which  the mosque seems to be foating, surrounded by lush greenery and floral gardens. It's glittering dome is covered in real gold, soars above the skyline. Featuring luminous stained glass windows, floors of gleaming Italian marble, walls of Shanghai granite, chandeliers from Britain and carpets from Saudi Arabia. A marble bridge

Istana Nurul Iman

This is the largest residential palace in the world. It set on the banks of Brunei River. It is a stunning sight with its Islamic- Style architecture, low sweeping South East Asia style roofs and glistening domes, tiled with 22 carat gold leaf. The Istana has 1788 rooms and a banquet hall that can seat 4000 people. It's also has a Surau or prayer hall for the Sultan's family and state religious functions that can accomodate 1500 worshippers. The palace is only open during Hari Raya Aidilfitri when His Majesty throws open the doors and meets his subjects and well-wisher.

Where To Stay ?

Empire Hotel & Country Club

The Empire Hotel & Country Club astounds. It is a 5 star rooms and has extravagant suites. It also offer facilities such as Championship golf course, has eight pools and also a beach resort by the South China Sea. More over Water sports and Spa also available. It is a resort for family vacations, romantic holidays or business. It is also an ideal hotel for high impact meetings and events which provide five star hi-tech meeting facilities and expert MICE team.


Rizqun International Hotel

It is situated in Bandar Seri Begawan making it one of the best hotels to stay at while in town. With its central location, it is easy to reach of most tourist atrractions and and bussines adresses. It is a convenient location with modern amenities in every guestroom and superb services. Guests can enjoy the leisure facilities provided on the hotel's property including pool (kids), Sauna, Spa and Outdoor pool.

Grand City Hotel

Grand City Hotel located close to Bandar Seri Begawan airport. It is surrounded by smal shops, restaurants and street side cafe's. Grand City is very popular with tourists and business visitors as the rooms are tastefully furnished, convenient access to nearby shops and excellent value for mony pricing

Location

• 5 to 10 minutes drive from Brunei International Airport
• 5 minutes drive to Centrepoint Mall and Cinema complex
• 10 minutes drive to central Bandar Seri Begawan 

Brunei Tourism

About Brunei

Brunei Darussalam is one of the smallest non-island countries on earth., but is has a long history. It is located on the island of Borneo, 443km north of the equator. The size is about 5,765sq km. It is surrounded by three sides by the Malaysian state of Sarawak. To the north lies the South China Sea and Brunei Bay.

 Brunei Darussalam is a country noted for social and economic progress. The country boasts a well established state education system, technical colleges and a state university. Healthcare is provided particially free of cost and government runs a housing scheme which aims to provide all citizens with affordable home.