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A Journey Through Mangrove Safari and Water village tour in Brunei

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A Journey Through Mangrove Safari and Water village tour in Brunei

Mangrove Safari is a tour through Brunei Rivers to explore the Water village and Proboscis Monkeys. Guests are picked up from their hotels and dropped in the jetty located in the capital city. Water tour begins at this place, where guests are picked up by local boats. In the rivers of Brunei you can see the “World’s Largest Water Village” and also called as “Venice of the east”. The water village is the world’s largest stilt house settlements where Malay’s are the major inhabitants.

Walk around the water village through the wooden walkways and visit the local’s houses. Enjoy the local food and refreshment provided at the home. All facilities like schools, mosque, police station, fire station, telephone line, internet access and electricity are available in this village. The tour to the water village makes you to observe the life style and occupation of people in this water village. The water tour continues on the boat, where you can absorb the modern life of Brunei on other side and explore “Istana Nurul Iman” which was the “World’s Largest Residential Palace”.

Brunei’s mangroves safari are the perfect spot for wildlife enthusiasts, which was filled by rare and exotic species of birds and animals. Local guides will take you through the thin mangrove channels and describes about the intricate environment and the fauna’s which latent among the branches of trees.

Continue a walk on the slender mangrove channel to hear the sweet sounds of birds and animals. At there you have a chance to see mudskipper, river otters and birds such as the white egrets, kingfishers and nigh herons.

The boat continues to travel along one of tributaries, where stop are made to watch the endangered species of proboscis monkey, which was only found in Borneo. The long nose proboscis monkeys commonly come near the river, at early morning and late evening. And at sometime, Group of proboscis monkeys rest on the branches of mangrove trees. After a tour to water village and mangrove forest this mangrove safari ends at the jetty.

Authentic Local Experience at Tamu Kianggeh

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Authentic Local Experience at Tamu Kianggeh

Tamu Kianggeh is a vibrant and authentic market full of local vendors in Brunei. It gets this name because it sits on the banks of Kianggeh River. As it is located close to Badar Seri Begawan, the peoples of Kampong Ayer come to this market frequently.

Hundreds of stalls in Tamu Kianggeh are involved in selling fruits, vegetables, dried foods, herbs, dry fruits, and medicinal plants. Local vegetables in this market are pakis, lamiding, pucuk piai and langkubok and bamboo shoots. Musk-limes and chillies are seen all around the market which is commonly used in Bruneian culinary. Some locals sell handcrafted baskets, trays, tote bags, pots and vase which truly attract the tourists.

Fresh sea foods which are catched from local waters like fish, prawns, crab, squid and shellfish are also in display. Dried foods like dried shrimps, salted fish, dried anchovies and belacan are also sold in many stalls.

It is the only place where you can see countries local vegetables, fruits, meat, fish etc. Some shops in this market are selling cooked foods also. For visitors who want to taste the delicacies of Bruneian cuisine, Tamu Kianggeh is the best place. From Tamu Kianggeh you can also take a visit to Jame’Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque.

Address: Jln Sungai Kianggeh, Bandar Seri Begawan BS8111, Brunei

Opening Hours:

Friday8am–5:30pm
Saturday8am–5:30pm
Sunday8am–5:30pm
Monday8am–5:30pm
Tuesday8am–5:30pm
Wednesday8am–5:30pm
Thursday8am–5:30pm

Why Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque is a Must-See

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Why Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque is a Must-See

Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque is located in Brunei’s capital city on the banks of the Brunei River. This mosque stands bravely in front of the artificial lake. A ritual stone boat stands on the artificial lake is a replica of a 16th-century Sultan Bolkiah (29th and current Sultan and Yang di-Pertuan of Brunei) Mahligai Barge, which was used as a stage for Quran-reading competitions. It is the most splendid mosque in Asia Pacific and a major historical site which attracts the tourists very well.

The construction of Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin mosque was initiated by Omar Ali Saifuddin III who was the 28th Sultan of Brunei. It was completed in 1958. This mosque is the great example of Islamic Architecture and serves symbol of Islamic faith in Brunei. The structure of this mosque was designed by Rudolfo Nolli. Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque combines the Mughal architecture and Malay styles in its design.

The large golden dome is the highlight of the mosque and it serves as landmark for the city. Its main minaret provides panormic view of the city from top, stands at a height of 171 feet. This minaret top can be accessed through elevator. Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque with marble minarets is surrounded by trees and colorful flowers in garden. The prayer hall of the mosque has beautifully carved arches ways which can hold up to 3000 worshippers at a time.

The marbles used for the construction and decoration of the mosque are imported from Italy. The mosques gigantic door made of timber are imported from Philippines. The granite from Shanghai (Municipality in China), stained glass and the chandeliers from England (Country of the UK), the carpets from Saudi Arabia (Middle Eastern country) and Belgium (country in Western Europe) make this mosque look adorable.

Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque is opened for public in certain hours a day. Dress codes are strictly followed in the mosque. It is the only mosque of worship for muslim community in Brunei.

Address: Jalan McArthur, Bandar Seri Begawan BS8711, Brunei

Opening Hours:

Friday4:30–5:30pm
Saturday4:30–5:30pm
Sunday8:30am–12pm, 1:30–3pm, 4:30–5:30pm
Monday8:30am–12pm, 1:30–3pm, 4:30–5:30pm
Tuesday8:30am–12pm, 1:30–3pm, 4:30–5:30pm
Wednesday8:30am–12pm, 1:30–3pm, 4:30–5:30pm
Thursday8:30am–12pm, 1:30–3pm, 4:30–5:30pm

Crown Jewels and Historical Artifacts at Royal Regalia Museum

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Crown Jewels and Historical Artifacts at Royal Regalia Museum

Royal Regalia Museum in Bandar Seri Begawan was the best place for history lovers, where they can learn about the history of Brunei Sultan’s from ancient time to till today. Formerly, this museum was called as “Churchill‘s Memorial Building”. It was opened as “Royal Regalia Exhibition Hall” on 30 September 1992 to celebrate the Silver Jubilee of His Majesty 29 Sultan of Brunei. It gets the name of “Royal Regalia Museum” to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of His Majesty.

The museum mainly features the emblem of the Sultan and the royalty. It also contains exhibits related to the Silver and Golden Jubilee celebrations of Hassanal Bolkiah’s (29th and current Sultan and Yang di-Pertuan of Brunei).

Royal Regalia Museum is a dome structure decorated with marbles on the interior. It mainly talks about the history, lifestyle and education of Sultan of Bruneian. All the monuments in Royal Regalia Museum belong to the Sultan of Brunei. Ground floor of this museum houses huge chariot that was used during the sultan’s coronation in 1968 and Queen’s visit to Brunei in 1972. The main hall includes a stunning gold plated chariot with uniformed mannequins which were used in silver jubilee street parade in 1992. Exhibits include artifacts which are used for royal ceremonies like silver and golden jubilee in the country, crowns adorned with expensive jewels, flags, weapons and ceremonial costumes. The Constitutional Gallery has collection of documents and international agreements.

Walking through the museum, you can admire of the colorful pictures of the sultan and his family where you can see some texts which describe their life. Over twenty different countries military honors and decorations in this museum represent the Sultan’s military powers. Royal Regalia Museum is adorned with luxurious carpets and splendid marbles which are all exported from other countries.

Website: http://www.museums.gov.bn/Bangunan%20dan%20Galeri/Muzium%20Alat%20Kebesaran%20Diraja.aspx

Address: Jln Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien, Bandar Seri Begawan BS8611, Brunei

Telephone: 2238358

Entrance: Free

Opening Hours:

Saturday to Thursday – 9 am to 5 pm

Friday – 9 am to 11.30 am, 2.30 pm to 5pm

(Ramadhan Month)

Saturday to Thursday – 9 am to 3 pm

Friday – 9 am to 12 noon

Hidden Jem for Family Fun – Ain Al Madhab Spring Park

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Hidden Jem for Family Fun – Ain Al Madhab Spring Park

Peculious Spring Park at the base of Hajar Mountains is the most popular tourist destination. Lot of locals with families and children’s gather at this spot to spend weekend in Ain Al Madhab Spring Park. This mineral spring is famous for its warm sulphuric water which has lot of medicinal values. It is believed that taking bath in this sulphuric water will cure body pains. Grass carpeted Al Ain Madhab spring park has numerous trees around its area. Away from Fujairah city, this Ain Al Madhab spring park is not only a mineral spa it also includes some of the ruins of heritage village and Fujairah fort at its closest surroundings. The park area is filled with lot of features to attract the kids.

The fresh water spring at the edge of the park serves water for two other swimming pools. This two pools act as separate section for males and females. Visitors are allowed to bath in the pools only. This huge park area also acts as outdoor theatre where traditional festivals are conducted during public holidays.

The amphitheatre of this Ain Al Madhab Garden hosts live performance like folk dance, singing and other cultural activities which was really allured the tourists very well. Covered with lush greens and well packed amenities this park acts as perfect picnic spot. Al Ain Madhab Spring Park is just 4 km from Fujairah Airport.

Address: Fujairah – United Arab Emirates

Phone: +971 9 222 7600

Opening Hours:

Monday10am–9pm
Tuesday10am–9pm
Wednesday10am–9pm
Thursday10am–10pm
Friday10am–10pm
Saturday10am–9pm
SundayClosed

Entry cost for Park: 1 AED for children’s, 2 AED for adults

Entry cost for swimming pool: 5 AED for both adults/ children’s

Website: https://www.bayut.com/mybayut/madhab-spring-park-fujairah/#:~:text=Entrance%20fee%20at%20Madhab%20park,AED%20150%20to%20AED%20300.

Architectural Heritage – Al Badiyah Mosque

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Architectural Heritage – Al Badiyah Mosque

Al-Badiyah an oldest mosque of UAE is locted on Badiyah which is a smallest village north of Fujairah. This weird mosque was built using mud and stones available from surroundings. Calculating the age of the Al-Badiyah mosque is still intriguing among archaeologists. This mosque does not have records to know about its history. The Portuguese fort behind the mosque gave idea for findings its age.

The Al-Badiyah mosque built at the foot of the hill has four domes on its roof was only supported by central pillar which also forms the ceiling. The central pillar divides the inner space of the mosque into four divisions. The wooden doors of the Al-Badiyah mosque welcome you into the prayer hall. Inside the prayer hall you can see decorated windows, normal pulpit and arches. Qurans stacks in the walls of the mosque are useful during prayers. The prayer hall also includes a mihrab made of stones and coral blocks. The Al-Badiyah mosque incorporates two watch towers on its surrounding looking over the village.

The Al-Badiyah mosque is still in function and daily prayers are conducted in the mosque. The archaeological center of Fujairah in collaboration with the University of Sydney (Australia’s first university) from 1997-98 and The Archaeology and Heritage Department of Fujairah made serious investigation on this site. They conclude that the Al-Badiyah mosque was believed to be built in 1446 AD in addition with two watch towers.

Tourists of Fujairah take a visit to this mosque to explore its unrevealed history. Non-Muslim visitors are also allowed freely inside the mosque. But strict dress code is followed for both men and women. Women’s have to cover their heads and hands. Footwear’s should be removed outside the mosque. The Al-Badiyah mosque is also referred as “Ottoman Mosque”.

Address: Al Badiyah – Fujairah – United Arab Emirates

Phone: +971 9 234 3363

Opening Hours:

Monday6am–6pm
Tuesday6am–6pm
Wednesday6am–6pm
Thursday6am–6pm
Friday6am–6pm
Saturday6am–6pm
Sunday7am–6pm

Fascinating World of Bullfighting in Fujairah

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Fascinating World of Bullfighting in Fujairah

Bullfighting was a traditional game continuing for years which give pride to Fujairah. Bullfighting in Fujairah does not provide any price for winners but they will get the bragging rights for owning the strongest bull. Bullfighting was held in Fujairah Corniche on every day Friday afternoon. Most of the viewers of this game are Emirati and UAE residents who come to watch their 60 years old Bedouin tradition game.

Bullfighting is conducted just for entertainment. Visitors are honourably welcomed to watch the Fujairah’s unique live game show without fee. This game conducted on large open space filled with soil and covered by fence. By considering safety in mind, spectator areas are allotted at large distance. During bullfighting there is no blood as like in. It is just like bull-wrestling or head-butting (targeted strike with the head).

Here two bulls lock horns and struggle for up to 3 to 4 minutes to expose its strength. The weaker one will give up and run away so there is no blood. The bull, which forces the opponent to back down, is declared the winner. If both of them do not get back away, it results in draw. During fight the announcer will give timing comments.

There are panel of judges, who check the bull’s breed, weight and pedigree to set the pairings. The breeder of the winning bull takes home the bragging rights of owing the strongest bull in Fujairah. The motive of the game is No Money, No Blood but only Honour.

Viewers can enjoy the game both from the allotted area at safe distance as well as from the car parked area. This traditional game will attracts lot of spectators from across the region.

Address: Fujairah – United Arab Emirates

Phone: +971 50 779 9959

Opening Hours:

Conducted only on Friday from 3.15 pm to 6 pm

Get the Modern Shopping at Century Mall

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Get the Modern Shopping at Century Mall

The Century Mall is the first mall established in Fujairah with n number of retail shops. To provide all the shopping and entertainment facilities in one place the Century Mall was built over an area of 77,000 square metre. The Century Mall is home to retail stores of clothes, Electronics, Home Accessories, Fashion Accessories, Cosmetics Stores, Toys and Gift store, Pharmacy and Hypermarket. This is not much crowded so you can freely wander around the shops of the malls.

Some of the top branded shops in this mall are Matalan (Department store), Mothercare, Nayomi (Lingerie store), Eternity Style, La Vie En Rose, Hour Choice (Watch store), Early education Centre, The Body Shop, X-pressions Style and Anfasic Dokhoon.

This mall even contain has branded shoes, bags, mobiles, electronics, cosmetics and fashion accessories. The staffs are so helpful while searching the product. Carrefour is the busiest hypermarket in this mall. To give break for shopping, spend your time at the food court of the mall. The century Mall has lot of Restaurants, cafes, Coffee shops and ice cream shops. The most popular cafes are Tim Hortons and Shakespeare and Co. Enjoy delicious desserts at Dunkin and Cold Stone Creamery.

The entertainment area of the Century Mall is Fun city which was an indoor playing area. The Fun City includes lot of games and rides for children’s give the experience of learning by playing. The Century mall is great for watching movies in the Grand Cinemas which is having eight theatres.

The Century Mall the vast mall in Fujirah is the perfect place to spend time by having great shopping, dining and entertaining experience. You can reach the mall by car.

Website: http://centurymalls.com/fujairah/index.php

Address: Al Qasar Road, Near Umbrella Beach – Fujairah, UAE

Phone: 09 223 5118

Opening Hours:

Tuesday9am–1am
Wednesday9am–1am
Thursday9am–1am
Friday9am–1am
Saturday9am–1am
Sunday9am–1am
Monday9am–1am

(Timings may vary for shops)

Weekend Wonders – Fujairah Friday market

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Weekend Wonders – Fujairah Friday market

Friday Market is a buzzling market in Fujairah where you can see shops on both sides of the road. This market was a scenic place which was surrounded by Hajar Mountains and valleys. This busiest market will work on all days. The Friday Market majestically lies on the Dubai-Fujairah road in Masafi which also takes lot of visitors to see Masafi attractions.

The Friday Market contains numerous shops selling fruits, vegetables, carpets, handicrafts, toys, pottery items and baskets. The open air Friday market on roadside is completely different from air conditioned shopping mall which gives the feeling of traditional Arabian market. The Friday Market is the only place where you buy fresh vegetables, fruits and even plants because of Masafi’s unique climate with oddly high rainfall. There are lots of handcrafted carpets, pottery items and baskets are available at very low cost.

Initially this market was run under the shades of trees, where Emirati farmers sell their produce. As years passed the market was extended and developed by great Shaikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, the Ruler of Fujairah. Today, the Friday Market becomes the great destination for window shoppers as well as regular shoppers. The Friday Market or Souq al Juma becomes more popular for its locally produced products.

This famous market is also having food stalls and cafeterias selling delicious local foods and drinks. The Friday Market is the only place where you can buy all the products at cheapest rates. Most of the visitors reach this place by car from Fujairah.

The Wonders of Fujairah Heritage Village

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The Wonders of Fujairah Heritage Village

Marvelous place to know about the history and life of the inhabitants of Fujairah is Heritage village. It’s an old town with traditional houses, cooking utensils, cultivating instruments and the Al Yazrah water system framework which were all utilized by the people groups of antiquated Fujairah.  The Heritage Village is perfectly covered by high walls with watch towers. The Heritage Village is a great gem for history lovers.

The Heritage Village grab visitors from all over the region for its well preserved history and cultural. Highlight of this site was Fujairah Fort which was once used by the rulers of Fujairah and their family. Through its display it describes the life and culture o Emirati from past to till today. The exhibits include traditional houses and tools which were useful for their occupation and serving their life.

The main highlight of this village is Fujairah Fort, which is the oldest fort in UAE. It stands as an iconic symbol of regions culture and architecture. This fort was renovated by the Department of Archeology and Heritage in Fujairah. They also built a theatre with capability to hold up to 3000 spectators.

The Heritage Village is located in Madhab district which is northwest of Fujairah city. The Heritage Village also incorporates other popular tourist destinations of Fujairah.  They are the Madhab springs and Madhab Palace.

Entrance fee of AED 5 for adult is worth for a visit. Get amazed of the displays of farming tools, kitchen wares, water irrigation system and field work with bulls. Here you can get knowledge about the history and life styles of ancient Emirati’s. 

Website: https://fujairah.ae/ar/Pages/placestovisit.aspx

Address: Fujairah – United Arab Emirates

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