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Wonders of Brunei
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The most amazing wonders of Brunei are magnificent buildings from the second half of the 20th century, such as the world’s (supposedly) largest palace and one of the most impressive mosques.
Most of the country is covered with pristine rainforest and in some areas (southern Temburong) the scenery is very impressive. Nevertheless, Wondermondo thus far has not found information about impressive natural landmarks in Brunei.
Map with the described wonders
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Top 5 wonders of Brunei
Architecture wonders
Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque
Brunei-Muara
One of the largest mosques, built in 1958, this Islamic site is renowned due to its impressive and elegant design.
Istana Nurul Iman
Brunei-Muara
The official residence of the Sultan of Brunei. Possibly the world’s largest residential palace complex with 1,788 rooms, including 257 bathrooms. Built in 1984.
Jame’ Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque (Kiarong Mosque)
Brunei-Muara
The largest mosque in Brunei, constructed in 1994. One of the most beautiful buildings in this region.
Lapau (The Royal Ceremonial Hall)
Brunei-Muara
Ceremonial building of a grand scale, with an interior covered in gold. Constructed in the middle of the 20th century.
Royal Regalia Museum
Brunei-Muara
This museum is devoted to sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and displays diverse opulent regalia, such as crown, and chariot.
Recommended books
Brunei: From the Age of Commerce to the 21st Century
Now an energy-rich sultanate, for centuries an important trading port in the South China Sea, Brunei has taken a different direction than its Persian Gulf peers. Immigration is restricted, and Brunei’s hydrocarbon wealth is invested conservatively, mostly outside the country.
Brunei History and Monarchy
Although its early history is obscure, Brunei was known to be trading with and paying tribute to China in the 6th century. It then came under Hindu influence for a time through allegiance to the Majapahit Empire, based in Java. When the ships of the expedition of Ferdinand Magellan anchored off Brunei in 1521, the fifth sultan, the great Bolkiah, controlled practically the whole of Borneo, the Sulu Archipelago, and neighboring islands.
