The Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin mosque in Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei, is the country’s most famous landmark. Designed by an Italian architect, the mosque combines Moghul and Italian influences. Its main dome is covered in pure gold. Read the accompanying post: “Experiencing Brunei“. Search hotels in Brunei. See other Velvet Moments: The [...]
Experiencing Brunei
I’m going to Brunei for a few days to attend a cousin’s wedding. Brunei is a small sultanate on the island of Borneo. It’s capital, Bandar Seri Begawan (sounds really exotic!) is about a two-hour flight from Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. Brunei’s long coast faces the South China Sea while it borders the Malaysian state [...]
About Keith Jenkins
I'm Keith Jenkins. In July 2008, I left my ten-year banking career to travel around the world. I've not looked back since.
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