General Information
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| Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque |
The Sultanate of Brunei is one of those countries
that have only recently been discovered by tourists as an eco-tourism
destination. Its pristine rainforest, friendly people and high standard of
living are a magnet to anyone looking for an escape from the daily rat race
while still enjoying the comforts of home. This is the website of the Brunei Tourist Board.
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| Travelling by boat, an excellent option |
Most people live in its pleasant green capital
Bandar Seri Begawan (BSB in short) but Brunei’s main attraction is Ulu Temburong National park. The water taxis & longboats that ply through
mangrove-fringed waterways transport you to another world. A treasure chest
that is dominated by untouched nature. This is where you’ll find ants as large as a child’s finger, butterflies that could be mistaken for small birds and a
canopy that is so dense, that you cannot see the ground when walking on the
overhead walkway. For more information on Brunei click on this link to see what
Wikipedia has to say about the Sultanate.
Language
The
official language in Brunei is Malay but English is also widely spoken.
Tip:
If you’re worried about going far into the jungle but still want a jungle
experience, get a boat excursion from BSB to the surrounding mangroves &
see an amazing sunset, fireflies and baby crocodiles.
