Vibrant,
yet peaceful. Both modern and timeless. A fusion of majestic opulence and traditional
respect. Bandar Seri Begawan is the
centre of Brunei’s commerce, finance and government. In many ways, it is
also the heart of Brunei’s cultural landscape, housing some of the nation’s
most revered landmarks. The city’s breathtaking Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien
Mosque is a stunning tribute to the nation’s deep-rooted faith, while the
truly Bruneian Kampong Ayer water village offers a glimpse of the nation’s
quaint Asian charm.
Beneath
Bandar Seri Begawan’s lavish
adornments, gold towers, sparkling
fountains and colourful mosaic tiles,
lies a city steeped in quiet respect,
grounded in Islamic tradition, and
exuding a sense of peace that makes
it one of Asia’s most distinctive
capital cities. |