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Rumah yang dipercayai berpuaka – tempat Tentera Gurkha menjaga keselamatan penduduk kampung di sekitar Kampong Ayer – pada tahun 1962. ’Jambatan Fail’ kayu pada tahun 1970, iaitu sempadan antara Kampung Sungai Kedayan dan Kampung Ujong Tanjung. Sekumpulan kanak-kanak yang tinggal di Kampong Ayer pada tahun 1960, kelihatan berada di pantaran. Kampung Sungai Kebun pada tahun 1959. Ristaan rumah-rumah lama Kampong Ayer September 9, 2017 Oleh Haji Mohd Daud Abdul Rahman BANYAK sejarah dan kisah-kisah lama yang masih segar dalam ingatan penulis sewaktu zaman kanak-kanak menetap di Kampong Ayer. Kanak-kanak pada ketika itu gemar berenang bersama rakan-rakan mereka terutama ketika air pasang. Keadaan sungai di Kampong Ayer pada zaman itu juga kelihatan begitu bersih dan bebas dari pencemaran. Kampung Sungai Kebun pada tahun 1959, keadaan air sungainya juga begitu menenangkan dan keindahan suasana kampung dikelilingi dengan rumah-rumah jenis ‘Rumah Beidong’ pada zama...

Adib Noor Bandar Seri Begawan Sunday, May 15, 2016 BRUNEI is truly the land of unexpected treasures, and rightly so. In the busy Beribi Industrial Area is the Sumbangsih Mulia Complex, a unique venue which aims to highlight the heritage of the sultanate via traditional handicrafts and local delights. The Sumbangsih Mulia Complex was officially opened in 2007 and houses close to a hundred vendors operating in the open food court area as well as a separate air-conditioned section that showcases hand-made intricate local handicraft for sale. One of the main aim of the establishment of the complex is to help local business entrepreneurs to have a place to sell their products and handicrafts and over the years, there is no denying it has done exactly that. “We’ve been operating here since it was opened, and it does get busy during lunch time especially during the weekdays,” said Layla who works for Soto CT, one of the popular vendors in the food court. ...

Rozan Yunos Bandar Seri Begawan Sunday, May 1, 2016 IN TODAY’S world, beads are seen as insignificant trinkets despite their abundance and wide availability in many tourist and fashion retail stores. Beads have always been favourites among the women of the world and many men too covet them. They come in many sizes, shapes, colours and material that it is almost impossible to keep track of every single beads that had been on the market, whether today or in the past. It is not surprising that beads are among the smallest artefact known to archaeologists, and is often the most found artefact and relic from many archaeological sites around the world, especially on sites of residences and villages or townships. Beads had been used for thousands of years, and are probably among the earliest item worn to adorn oneself. Beads are more than just decorative items used to adorn oneself, or one’s dress or to beautify the house. They were more than that. Beads had been used a...

Ikhwan Salleh BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN Sunday, March 27, 2016 LOCALS are always on the lookout for new hype through social media, especially ones that are related to food. Just two months ago, photos of soto went viral on the Internet. What was special about a bowl of noodles soaked in flavourful soup topped with sliced chicken and garnished with herbs? Nothing out of the ordinary. However, what caught everyone’s eyes was the scenic view of Kampong Ayer in the background. People searched far and near for the eatery that is blessed with the breathtaking view of one of the nation’s heritage. Not long after, the location was shared and with the existence of GPS, it was not hard for anyone to discover Soto Pabo, which is situated in the nook of Pintu Malim. With only three months of operation, the new startup has garnered more than 15, 000 customers, who fell in love with the aromatic broth of soto as well as the scenery. Of course, the food choi...

A file photo of Kublai's Kahn, a 27-metre Chinese junk anchored in the Hong Kong Harbour. Chinese traders have been trading with Brunei since the early centuries. Picture: EPA Rozan Yunos Bandar Seri Begawan Sunday, April 24, 2016 THE Maritime Executive website on February 24, 2016, had this news headline “Brunei: Asia’s Newest Trade Hub” as the website reported about the 25th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Brunei and China, and that the sultanate has voiced her interest in becoming part of China’s Maritime Silk Road as Brunei attempts to reduce its dependence on oil and gas revenue. The silk road refers to the ancient trade route with China dating back to the 14th century of which Brunei used to be a part of. The modern Maritime Silk Road is now officially known as the 21st Century Maritime Silk Route Economic Belt, a Chinese initiative to increase investment and foster collaboration across the historic Silk Road. What role did Brunei play in the maritime tr...

Adib Noor Bandar Seri Begawan Sunday, April 17, 2016 TAMU Gadong night market, more commonly known as Pasar Malam, is one of the sultanate’s unique treasures. It’s charm, quaint ambience and the friendly hawkers are a big draw. People who had experienced the tamu’s pleasant atmosphere are bound to visit it again. Located close to Gadong, one of Brunei’s busiest central business district, Pasar Malam, comes alive as early as 4.30pm with brisk business until its closing time at around 11pm. The market provides visitors with a wide range of choice — from authentic traditional Malay Kueh to the popular grilled favourites such as Ayam Golek, Ayam Salai, BBQ fish and many more. This apart, there are fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables, toys and accessories among other things. “I love Pasar Gadong, all I need is $10 and I can eat like a king,” says Rafie Nasiruddin. “Sometimes I get so much into it I buy more food than I can ...

Hafiizah Maideen BELAIT Sunday, April 10, 2016 THERE’S no better place to experience Iban culture than a visit to Mendaram Besar Longhouse at Labi II. Located about 45 minutes to an hour from the Sungai Liang intersection in the Belait district, the longhouse – which was built in the early 70s and spans 93m in length – offers a glimpse of the residents, who still practise a number of the old way of life. It has 11 doors, half as entry points and the other half are for its rooms. Head of the longhouse Berandi Anak Jamau said in the olden days the longhouse only had two main entry points, located at each end. “Visitors, or people of the longhouse will enter the longhouse from one end to go to the different rooms, passing by the folks at the ruai (communal area). This way, we know who comes and goes,” said Berandi. “But now, the longhouse is built with many entry points for convenience.” Entry to the longhouse for visitors is priced at $3 for adults and $1...