Tokyo, Japan October 25, 2017
Mausoleum of Sultan Bolkiah
Bandar Seri Begawan October 3, 2017 Located in Kota Batu in the capital of Bandar Seri Begawan is the Mausoleum of Sultan Bolkiah, the fifth (5th) Sultan of the Brunei Kingdom from 1485 A.D. to 1524 A.D. The tomb showcases how the former Sultan reigned with his famous charismatic and leadership style. The mausoleum was continue reading : Mausoleum of Sultan Bolkiah
Interview with Ambassador Meynardo LB. Montealegre
Philippine Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam October 4, 2017 Ambassador Meynardo LB. Montealegre is the current Ambassador of the Philippines to the Sultanate of Brunei. He commenced his tour of duty on April 2015 and is the ninth (9th) Philippine envoy to be posted in the country. The Ambassador has held various positions within the Department continue reading : Interview with Ambassador Meynardo LB. Montealegre
Preparations for the Golden Jubilee Celebration of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah
Bandar Seri Begawan October 3, 2017 The people of Brunei Darussalam prepare for another milestone in their country with the Golden Jubilee Celebration of the Accession to the Throne of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah. The celebration, albeit modest and simple, will not only be a longstanding monarchical historical event, but will also reflect continue reading : Preparations for the Golden Jubilee Celebration of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah
Embassy of the Philippines in Brunei Darussalam
Bandar Seri Begawan October 4, 2017 The Philippine Consulate-General was first established in Bandar Seri Begawan on August 1983 under the leadership of Consul-General Tristan V. Enverga. Upon the declaration of Brunei Darussalam’s independence in January 1, 1984, the Philippines established full diplomatic ties with the Sultanate, elevating the Philippine Consulate-General to the Philippine Embassy continue reading : Embassy of the Philippines in Brunei Darussalam
Our Lady of the Assumption Church
Bandar Seri Begawan October 4, 2017 The Church of the Our Lady of the Assumption, also known as Pro-Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, is the largest church in Brunei located in the heart of the capital. It follows the Roman and Latin rites and serves as the seat of the Apostolic Vicariate of Brunei continue reading : Our Lady of the Assumption Church
Jerudong Park
October 4, 2017 Established in the 1970s, the Jerudong Park Country Club is the biggest constructed themed park in Brunei Darussalam with over a hundred hectares of land area. It is composed of three (3) playing fields that have their own grandstand. Across the entrance of the theme park stands the Crystal Arch with the continue reading : Jerudong Park
Istana Nurul Iman
Bandar Seri Begawan October 4, 2017 The Istana Nurul Iman is the official residence of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah. It is known to be the world’s biggest residential palace of any type that was designed by renowned Filipino architect Leandro V. Locsin. Its name means the “Palace of the Light of Faith”. During continue reading : Istana Nurul Iman
Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque
Bandar Seri Begawan October 3, 2017 Considered as one of the most beautiful mosques in the Asia-Pacific, the Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque is located in Bandar Seri Begawan. It is a major historical site and a famous tourist attraction in Brunei Darussalam, and serves as a symbol of Islamic faith in the country. Standing at continue reading : Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque
St. Andrew Church
Bandar Seri Begawan October 3, 2017 Located in the capital state of Bandar Seri Begawan, the St. Andrew Church is an Anglican church that is the only officially registered Protestant church in Brunei Darussalam. * * *