BRUNEI

1. Population and capital.

Brunei is a small country in Southeast Asia with a population of about 460 thousand people. The capital and largest city of the country is Bandar Seri Begawan.

2. Religion.

The official religion of Brunei is Islam. Most of the population practices Sunni Islam, which plays an important role in the country's culture, traditions, and public life.

3. Bandar Seri Begawan.

Bandar Seri Begawan is the capital and largest city of Brunei. It is known for its magnificent mosques, palaces, and traditional settlements built on water.

4. Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque.

The Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque is one of Brunei's most famous landmarks. It is located in the center of the capital and is famous for its golden dome, marble minarets, and artificial lagoon.

5. Kampong Ayer.

Kampong Ayer is a famous water settlement in the capital of Brunei. Thousands of people live in houses built on stilts over the river, which is why the area is often called the “Venice of the East.”

6. Sultan.

Brunei is a sultanate. The head of state is Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, who has ruled since 1967. Brunei gained full independence from the United Kingdom in 1984 .

7. Oil and natural gas.

Oil and natural gas are the foundation of Brunei's economy. Thanks to its large reserves and exports, the country has one of the highest levels of income per capita in Southeast Asia.

8. Currency.

The national currency of Brunei is the Brunei dollar.

9. Geographical location.

Brunei is located on the northern coast of the island of Borneo and consists of two separate parts. The country borders the South China Sea and has a land border only with Malaysia.