Brunei Darussalam Tourist Guide From Discount Hotels

Brunei Darussalam is a sultanate located in the northwestern corner of Borneo. Brunei is very small with a population of less than 400,000. It does have four districts - Brunei Muara, Tutong, Belait and Temburong. The capital city of Bandar Seri Begawan is located in the Brunei Muara district. There is no lack of luxurious accommodation that include serviced apartments in all price ranges from seven star resorts to economical hotels.

The scenery is magnificent in this country. The capital city is one of opulence in the gold mosques and exquisite architecture. In the capital, you have to see the Istana Nurul Iamn - the lavish home of the Sultan. Spend some time in the peaceful setting of the Mausoleum of Sultan Bolkiah, set in a quite alcove surrounded by greenery. Have a look at the royal regalia of the sultan at the Royal Regalia Museum and the elaborate display of weaponry and other exhibits at the Brunei Museum. There are also reminders of the colonial era in modern Brunei, such as the House of Twelve Roofs, which was once the home of a British diplomat and now is a museum.

Brunei is also synonymous with rainforest. Nature lovers will delight in the preserved nature areas and the many different forms of wildlife unique to the island of Borneo. There are few tourists in this country so there won't be any crowds or waiting lines for the guided tours. Some of the other activities that you can enjoy in this country include mountain biking, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, scuba diving and hiking on well-maintained trails. Beaches stretch the length of the coastline offering the chance to enjoy the sand and the sun. Take some time to unwind in a country where life is unhurried and leave your stresses behind.