Where can I travel in Brunei?
Located in Southeast Asia, Brunei is a small country with close to 400,000 people. Though tiny, Brunei boasts of high living standards thanks to her oil and gas deposits. Bordered by Malaysia, Brunei’s culture is Malay with huge Islamic influences. Chinese make about 11% of her population being the second largest ethnicity here after Malay which forms close to 64% of the total population. Besides the extravagant living style, Brunei has so many attractions in store and if you are an eco-tourist, you will be right at home. The country’s landscape consists of tropical rainforest and jungle mountains. This country also has massive historical attractions, you will be overwhelmed.
Air transport is the main means of getting into Brunei. The Bandar Seri Begawan International Airport named after the capital and 11 kilometres from the city is the main entry point for visitors. Water and road transport is also used to get into Brunei. Getting around the country is on the other hand facilitated by road using buses, car hire and taxis as well as water means as there are no internal flights.
Brunei’s natural attractions include hot springs, waterfalls and rivers. The Belait River will treat you to adventurous river safaris. Landmarks are strewn all over the country and are major attractions while the Brunei people’s rich culture will offer you an authentic, unforgettable experience. As you sample the natural forests and other attractions, you will encounter remote forest communities along the way as well as numerous longhouses especially in the Temburong district that has extensive virgin rainforests. Landmark monuments here include the Istana Nurul Iman, the Brunei Sultan’s lavish home that is a clear depiction of the lavish lifestyle here. The Billionth Barrel Monument near Kuala Belait will also give you a clear picture of the importance of oil to this country’s economy. The Tomb of Sultan and the Royal Regalia Building in the capital of Brunei are two of the country’s royal sites.
As you traverse Brunei in search of unique attractions, you will have so many interesting activities to indulge in. There are museums to explore, beautiful parks and a large number of extremely beautiful mosques. At the beaches in Muara, Serasa, Kuala Belait and the Lumut Beach, you will engage in numerous watersports. At the Tasek Merimbuk, the country’s largets lake, birdwatching, picnicking and jungle walks will absolutely thrill you. The Ulu National Park will on the other hand treat you to authentic surroundings.
Brunei’s cuisine consists of the main local delicacy which is very typical of Malay cuisine consisting of spicy fresh fish and rice. Hotels in the capital and other towns offer Malaysian, Chinese and Indian cuisine. Being an Islamic nation, alcohol is totally banned. Excapade Sushi, Fratini, the airport Restaurant, McDonald and RMS Diner are some of the top ten restaurants in Brunei. Hotels are the main accommodation options here. In the capital and main towns, hotels are numerous but it gets tougher to find accommodation outside here. The hotels are graded from 7-star down to budget hotels which are quite rare. Apartments are also becoming quite popular with visitors to Brunei.
If you want to experience a distinctive lavish lifestyle, Brunei is your destination. Do not leave before you have sampled her shopping centres for local as well as imported items. The Tamu Night Market in the capital Bandar Seri Begawan offers food at low prices and authentic antiques too.
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