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Photo: Balou46, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.Explore the rich heritage, lush rainforests, and unique traditions of Brunei, one of Southeast Asia's most fascinating nations. Test your knowledge on its landmarks, history, and culture!
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Brunei became a British protectorate in 1888 and remained under British influence for nearly a century. On New Year's Day in 1984, the nation achieved full sovereignty, celebrated with spectacular festivities in the capital.
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The Currency Interchangeability Agreement allows the Brunei dollar and the Singapore dollar to be used interchangeably in both countries. This means you can spend Singaporean notes in Brunei and vice versa without any exchange fees!
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Oil was first struck at Seria in 1929, and the town has been the centre of Brunei's oil and gas industry ever since. Its name comes from the small river near the spot where that first oil was found.
Photo: Yu Chu Chin, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Kampong Ayer is a massive settlement of stilt houses, schools, and even fire stations over the water. Often dubbed the 'Venice of the East' by early European explorers, it has been inhabited for over a thousand years.
Photo: Balou46, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.
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Istana Nurul Iman translates to 'Palace of the Light of Faith.' It features over 1,700 rooms, a banquet hall for thousands of guests, and air-conditioned stables for the Sultan's prized polo ponies.
Photo: Pangalau, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Silat is a traditional Malay martial art that has been practiced in Brunei for centuries. It combines defensive strikes with artistic, dance-like movements and is often performed at royal weddings and national celebrations.
Photo: hongtymuoi 299, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0.
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Stretching about 30 kilometres, with around half of it over the waters of Brunei Bay, this is the longest bridge in Southeast Asia. It lets Bruneians drive to the Temburong District without crossing Malaysian border checkpoints.
Photo: Pangalau, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Ulu Temburong National Park, established in 1991, is often called the 'Green Jewel of Brunei.' It is so well protected that access is strictly limited to scientists and guided tourists, who must travel there by longboat.
Photo: SomeBaL_, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0.
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Ambuyat is the undisputed national dish of Brunei. Because of its gooey, glue-like texture, it is eaten using a double-pronged bamboo stick called a candas, then dipped into a savory, spicy sauce without chewing.
Photo: e_chaya, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0.
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The proboscis monkey is famous for its unusually large nose, which males use to attract mates and amplify their warning calls. They are excellent swimmers and are commonly seen leaping from mangrove trees along the Brunei River.
Photo: David Dennis, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0.
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