Bandar Seri Begawan

Name: Bandar Seri Begawan
Address: Southeast Asia, Brunei

Southeast Asia, Brunei

Brunei

People from Bandar Seri Begawan are called:

Male/General:

Bandar

Pronunciation:

/ˌbændər ˌsɛri bəˈɡɑːwən/

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Population:: 100,700 (2024 est.)
Country:: Brunei
Region:: Southeast Asia

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Etymology & Origin

Named after Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien III. Often shortened to 'Bandar'.

About Bandar Seri Begawan

Capital of Brunei, located on Brunei River.
Known for Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque and opulent Royal Palace.
Kampong Ayer, world's largest water village, is part of the city.
Small, clean capital reflecting Brunei's oil wealth.
Mix of modern infrastructure and traditional stilt villages.

Nearby Places

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1,300 km southwest

People are called:

KL-ite

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1,400 km southwest

People are called:

Singaporean

Manila

1,500 km northeast

People are called:

Manileño

Quick Facts

Population:: 100,700 (2024 est.)
Country:: Brunei
Region:: Southeast Asia

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