If you have a short visit to Brunei Darussalam, the capital - Bandar Seri Begawan, here are the top 8, amazing and easily accessible things to do:
It is a good idea to pick the right hotel, that is within walking distance to the major sightseeing places and that provides free sightseeing transportation.
1. Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque - is the most visited site in Brunei. It is within walking distance from the hotel. The mosque is sitting on a 5-acre site and is surrounded by a man-made lagoon and beautiful gardens. You will need about 1 hour. It can accommodate 3,000 worshippers at once and the entrance is free. Also, visit it at night and enjoy a different setting for this amazing mosque.
2. Jame’ Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque is the largest in the country. It has 29 golden domes in honor of the 29th Sultan of Brunei. You will have to use free hotel transportation to get there and back. Plan to spend about 1 hour. The mosque can accommodate 5,000 worshippers at once and the entrance is free. If you want to learn about the Life-Saving Warnings and Tips While in Brunei, please watch this video.
3. Kampong Ayer Water Village is the most treasured piece of living history in Brunei. It is within walking distance from the hotel (Brunei River, Brunei Waterfront) and there are plenty of boats offering their services. (We paid $40.00 for 90 min private boat. Kampong Ayer Water Village is the largest water village in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a unique self-sufficient settlement with over 3,000 houses and over 10,000 residents. The village has schools, hospitals, markets, mosques, police and fire stations. The entire village is built on stilts and connected by a wooden boardwalk, over 38 kilometers long.
4. The second part of the boat tour is visiting the mangrove forest and spotting endangered species. Mangrove forests, also known as Mangrove swamps are productive wetlands that occur only at tropical and subtropical latitudes. It is home to some unique species, such as the Proboscis monkey, also known as the big nose monkey. Even though they are the largest monkeys on the island of Borneo, they are very shy, so it is not easy to spot them. Estuarine crocodiles are common in Brunei and they are the largest species in South East Asia. Also, from the riverside, you will enjoy the view of the Istana Nurul Iman Palace, the world’s largest residential palace in the world. As well as Al-Muhtadee Billah Mosque.
5. Gadong Night Market is the largest and the most popular night market in Brunei. You will have to use free hotel transportation to get there and back. Plan to spend about 1 hour exploring and enjoying the local’s favorite food and delicacies. The market is open 7 days a week and it is always filled with tourists and locals who come together to enjoy delicious meals. Make sure to bring the local currency to pay with cash. Try Durian - a local’s favorite, foul-smelling tropical fruit packed with antioxidants.
6. Teng Yun Temple is one of the oldest and most significant Chinese temples in Brunei. It is within close walking distance from the hotel and worth the visit . It is surrounded by modern and tall buildings, but it is impossible to miss, as it is bright and colorful. This authentic Taoist temple is constantly fragranced with smoke from the prayer sticks and is a beautiful sanctuary for devotion and meditation.
7. If you feel like exercising, releasing stress, and being in nature, Tasek Lama, a natural rainforest Recreational Park, is for you. It is within walking distance from the Hotel and depending on how far you want to go, may require at least 2 hours. There are plenty of walking and hiking trails of different levels of difficulty; as well as, multiple waterfalls to reflect and enjoy. It is well-maintained and secluded. And you will feel like being in a remote tropical jungle right in the middle of the city.
8. If you are in the mood for shopping and looking for something memorable and special, gold shopping may be what you need. As Muslim cultures are famous for their gold jewelry, you will have a lot of gorgeous pieces to choose from and for any budget. (Yayasan Shhb Shopping Center, Brunei Promenade shops)
Of course, there are more things to do in Brunei Darussalam the capital - Bandar Seri Begawan, but if you have a short visit, and want something amazing and easily accessible, here you have it.
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