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Written By Degen Hill

Fun facts about Brunei:

  • The official name of Brunei is Negara Brunei Darussalam, which means "Nation of Brunei, Abode of Peace."

  • Brunei is the only sovereign state completely on the island of Borneo.

  • Brunei has one of the highest standards of living in Southeast Asia.

  • Education and healthcare are free for Bruneian citizens.

  • Brunei accepts Singapore dollars and they are used in circulation as they have the exact exchange rate at 1:1

  • Brunei is a constitutional monarchy, and the current sultan, Hassanal Bolkiah, has been on the throne since 1967.

  • The national animal of Brunei is the proboscis monkey, which is known for its distinctive long nose.

Degen Hill

Degen Hill is an American editor, writer and reporter who loves traveling, reading, and exploring the world around him. "Aventuras" is a travel blog and writing portfolio covering the food, people, and cultures of China, South America, Southeast Asia, and many other countries around the world

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