Compact is the term defining us today. The way the technologies are progressing, lifestyle is evolving, and perceptions are developing, it’s easy comprehensible that reduction in size is what the modern world views desirable. Compact makes things smart, elegant. And it’s not just the outlook at all. Divisibility makes things go small, often leading to discipline and efficiency. And when it comes to affiliating this phenomenon with a country, it’s Brunei in the making.
Foreign influx in the country has always revered the series of international standard golf courses, with one of them established under the designing of classically renowned Jack Nicklaus. Brunei has established its national Royal golf and country club alongside its illustrious capital, Bandar Seri Begawan, and being the oldest, this club is highlighted to have the most exclusive attendance in the Far East.
Formality is an essence withheld by anyone present there regarding the subtlety etched to every corner in the region. With the Northern half of Brunei hitting the South China Sea and the entire southern half consisting of forest reserves, the urban development sandwiched between these two would be found pleasant, if not splendid, by many. Respect for nature is done by the wise, and Brunei never deplored its God bestowed serenity, retaining its rain forestry in small botanical gardens wherever possible within its cities. Easy to notice is the diverse fauna in a single habitat, from evergreen palms to dense lush vegetation contributing to a refreshing aura throughout the day.
Bruneian people are found to be friendly. Cultural values of the society are based on giving respect to everyone, so getting a smile in return would never be uncommon. A code of decency is observed everywhere, which is why you’ll find the routine here organized and civilized, to say the least. Seldom does one discover a disturbance in the hustle and bustle of life; calmness is the order of the day at Brunei. After all, the entitlement of “Darussalam” is rightly set on Brunei as its society perfectly depicts harmony at its idealistic supremacy.
Architecture is a matter of pride. Coalescent with the color of peace, shades of white are observed as the main theme in all major landmarks and buildings, majority of which consist of mosques. Both the Jame ‘Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque and the Sultan Omar Saifuddin Mosque are hallmarks of the state’s towering wealth, thus not leaving the state’s commitment to religious importance unnoticed.
They are a blend of archaic Middle Eastern Islamic construction art with modern European influence to gravitate every head, every eye in the direction of their magnificent golden domes, striking gleaming reflections of sunlight across entire cities during the day. The administration has taken care of them not losing their charm during the night either, as lightning setup emancipates each dome in its own glow of brightness.
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