Brunei’s not an ultra-modern stronghold nor is it a fundamental Muslim-dominated emirate. Though stilt villages still dominate its capital city (Bandar Seri Begawan), Brunei is not a backwater oil rig. In fact there are plenty of spaceship-like mosques, museums and a myriad of monuments to keep you occupied for a few days in and around the micro-nation. Most of Brunei’s sightseeing attractions are located within the Bandar Seri Begawan city limits including the Royal Regalia Museum, Jame’ Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque, Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, Brunei Museum and Kampong Ayer. Nevertheless there are a few well-worth-a-visit sights several kilometres away from the capital – including the ostentatious Empire Hotel & Country Club, Batang Duri River in Temburong and the Oil & Gas Discovery Centre in Seria.