Museums
and Archeology
The
Brunei Museum is situated on a spectacular site on top
of a hill at Jalan Kota Batu overlooking the Brunei river.
It is often acclaimed as one of the most handsome and
original public buildings in Brunei Darussalam, and one of
the factors contributing to this reputation is the
collection of traditional Malay designs decorating the
exterior which the architect developed from tombstones in
the vicinity. A variety of displays including exhibit on
Islamic Art in Asia. A large collection of elaborately
gilded Holy Korans are testament to the dedication and
craftsmanship of the ancient calligraphers, among prized
ceramic, glass, jewellery and carpet treasures. Other
galleries in the museum contain bronzes, Borneo Ethography
displays, a national history section and so on.
The
Royal Regalia building was officially opened by His
Majesty on 30 September 1992, a few days before the start of
the official Silver Jubliee Celebration of His Majesty's
Ascension to the Throne. This museum is a home to collection
of royal regalia, including the royal chariot, gold and
silver ceremonial armoury, the jewel-encrusted crowns used
during the coronation and a replica of the throne which His
Majesty uses on the state occassions. It typifies one
important element of the rich pageantry (Brunei Monarchy).
The
Arts and Handicraft Centre is situated along the Brunei
River, traditional arts and crafts of Brunei Darussalam are
revived at this Centre. The main purpose of the formation of
the centre was the revival of all the local crafts that were
gradually dying out. Traditional
sarongs of gold or silver thread called "Jong
Sarat"are woven in intricate detail. Hand-tooled
jewellery and ornaments such as the ornamental cannon or the
snake-like dagger known as the "Keris was crafted here.
Malay
Technology Museum is situated close to the Brunei Museum.
Offers the visitor an intriguing insight into the lifestyle
of the people of Brunei in the days gone by. Focusing on the
traditional house-building techniques and other aspects of
Malay life, it shows the ingenuity of the former inhabitants
in their utilisation of the materials locally available to
make life more attractive.
The Brunei
Historical Centre is established in 1982 and was founded to
undertake research into the rich history of Brunei
Darussalam. Among the areas of special emphasis are the
genealogy and history of the Sultans of Brunei and Royal
Family.
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