The capital of Brunei is Bandar Seri Begawan
The country of Brunei falls in the equatorial climate zone and has warm,
humid weather year round. Brunei's culture is largely Muslim, and the
customs of the area cultivate mannerisms that are very polite and
tolerant, if somewhat formal. When visiting this country, tourists
should familiarize themselves with proper etiquette, especially in
business dealings, to avoid offending or upsetting locals. Though Brunei
possesses a very unique society, visitors can still enjoy the comfort
of many English speakers as well as familiar dining options like fast
food chains.
5 Facts You Might Not Know
1
Brunei's official name is Negara Brunei Darussalam. This translates to
'Abode of Peace.' The capital of Brunei is Bandar Seri Begawan.
2
Brunei
is located in Southeastern Asia on the island of Borneo, bordering the
South China Sea. It is divided into two parts which are separated by
Malaysia. Brunei shares the island of Borneo with Indonesia as well,
though it does not directly border this country.
3
In
1984 Brunei won independence from Britain. It is now ruled by an
absolute monarchy. The same family has been part of this monarchy for
more than six centuries. In Brunei, nobility is inherited, but the
sultan has the power to award a title to a commoner.
4
Brunei's
thriving natural gas and petroleum fields are a major source of income
for the country. Consequently, its per capita GDP is one of the greatest
in Asia and the sultan of Brunei is believed to be one of the richest
individuals in the world.
5
The
cuisine in Brunei is heavily influenced by Singapore, Malaysia and
China. Rice and noodles are staples with stewed vegetables rounding out
most dishes. Alcohol has been prohibited in Brunei since 1990. Food and
drink should always be handled and passed with the right hand only, as
the left hand is considered unclean.
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