A Brief Description
The small country of Brunei Darussalam is situated on the northwestern edge of the island of Borneo, an island which is also a part of Indonesia and Malaysia.
In fact, it once controlled much of Borneo, as well as the southern Philippines, but its regional influence peaked by the end of 17th Century.
It subsequently entered a period of decline caused by internal fighting over royal succession, colonial expansion of European powers, and local piracy.
In 1888, Brunei became a British protectorate, but would later gain its independence in 1984.
The country benefits from its extensive petroleum and natural gas fields, and this tax-free haven's citizens enjoy one of the highest (per capita) GDPs in the world.
The same family has ruled the country of Brunei for over six centuries. Read more about its fascinating history here
Facts and Figures
 Name Brunei
(long form) Negara Brunei Darussalam
Population 372,400
Population & Density (all countries) here
Capital City Bandar Seri Begawan (83,500)
Currency Bruneian Dollar (BND)
Currency Converter
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Languages
Malay (official), English, Chinese
Flag here
National Day February 3
Religions Muslim (67%), Buddhist (13%), others
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Geographic Coordinates
Latitude/Longitude (Capital City)
04º 53' N, 114º 56' E
Relative Location Brunei is in both the eastern and northern hemispheres, just a few degrees north of the Equator. It's positioned in Southeast Asia, a recognized geographical region of the Asian continent. The country occupies a small portion of the Island of Borneo, and is bordered by the South China Sea, and the country of Malaysia.
Land Statistics
Coastline 100 miles (161 km)
Land Areas
(land) 2,035 sq miles (5,270 sq km)
(water) 193 sq miles (500 sq km)
(TOTAL) 2,228 sq miles (5,770 sq km)
Land Area (all countries) here
Landforms
Most of Brunei is a fertile, hilly lowland, with the exception being the mountainous areas in the east.
Numerous rivers drain the land, including the Belait, Pandaruan and Tutong. Subsequently, the coastal areas along the South China Sea are a wide swampy plain.
 Highest Point Bukit Pagon - 6,069 ft. (1,850 m)
 Lowest Point South China Sea - 0 ft. (0 m)
Land Divisions 4 districts, including Belait, Brunei and Muara, Temburong and Tutong.
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Brunei CIA version here
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Recommended Links
Brunei (Complete) info on the (GDP)
economy, imports and exports, natural resources, government, population, military, transportation, and more here!
Brunei Photos at TrekEarth.com here
Brunei Tourism here
Brunei Web Site here
U.S Embassy in Brunei here
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Climate
Brunei has the typical climate associated with a country that's located near the Equator, including consistently high temperatures, elevated humidity levels and significant rainfall throughout the year.
Daily high temperatures (year-round) average near 85º F, while lows seldom fall below 70º F.
Traveler Info
Attractions
Residents of Brunei call their country the "Abode of Peace," and international travelers do rave about its reverent and respectful people, grand mosques, quiet river journeys and the virgin rainforests that cover over 70% of country.
The capital city, Bandar Seri Begawan, site of the stunning Royal Palace of over 1,750 rooms, also offers western style shopping, good hotels, quality restaurants, as well as numerous religious monuments and museums.
Additional recommended points-of-interest in Brunei include Kampong Ayer - the largest river village in Asia; the House of Twelve Roofs; Kampong Parit; Church of St. Andrews; Merimbun Park, and the Temburong National Park - only reachable by boat or plane.
Country Dialing Code 673
Electricity Brunei uses 220-240 volts AC (50 Hz)
Electrical adapters, products and tips here
Travel Warnings
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Visa Information
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