Kampong Ayer, Brunei

Kampong Ayer Stretching for several miles along the banks of the Brunei River, Kampong Ayer, Brunei's famed water village, is a fascinating glimpse into Brunei's past. Built entirely of stilt houses and wooden walkways, this cluster of 42 villages housing more than 30,000 inhabitants is the world's largest water village. Some people refer to it as the 'Venice of the East'.

many traditional boats are provided for the tourists that come here

Kampong Ayer retains much of the historical features of the 16th century when Ferdinand Magellan's chronicler first discovered it. The traditional lifestyle of its inhabitants-fishermen, river traders and artisans making and selling traditional handicrafts (silverware, brassware, woodcarving and cloth weaving) - has remained unchanged since then. Today Kampong Ayer is an almost self-sufficient community being equipped with modern facilities such as schools, shops, markets, mosques, clinics, police stations and fire brigades. All are connected by a maze of stilted platforms and walkways.

Kampong Ayer is a national heritage and efforts are being made to preserve this lifestyle so that the legacy of the 'water' people of Brunei will be retained, not only as a tourist attraction, but also for the future generation of Brunei. Visitors can have a personal experience of this heritage by taking one of the many water taxis that ply daily between the water taxi jetty in front of the Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah in the centre of town and the water village itself.

there are some buildings around the Kampong Ayer

there is types of designed homeon the water....Malay tradisional house....at the back is a golden domed mosque

Look around this river  .. full of houses on the water. a rare sight that we can see in other places.

Bandar Seri Begawan fringe views

Getting There & Around

• Look to fly towards Bandar Seri Begawan by using the Brunei International Airport. Located a short distance north of town, the airport receives flights from a number of Asian origins.

Average Costs

• Mid-range accommodations: $70-110
• Meal: $9-20
• Beer: $4

Do’s

• Look to get around to surrounding communities by boat.
• Save money by opting for the city’s decent public transportation.
• Dress conservatively while walking around Bandar Seri Begawan.

Dont's

• Be surprised to see boat operators trying to up the price on your trip.
• Turn down food if you are invited into someone’s house.
• Expect to find alcohol in Brunei. You are however, allowed to bring it in and drink it in private.

Fun Facts

Kampong Ayer is recognized as a collection of villages rather than one single entity.
While Kampong Ayer’s older houses are built on wooden stilts, the new ones are constructed with concrete.
Brunei’s government provides free health care for its citizens.


that's  all about Kampun Ayer ....(@~@)