Brunei – Brunei's capital is Bandar Seri Begawan

(Pronounced broo-nye and ban-dar ser-ee beh-gah-wahn)

To remember the capital of Brunei, use the following mnemonic:

The brew is mine (Brunei); I ban her, the servants, the beggars or anyone (Bander Seri Begawan) else from having any.

Interesting facts about Bandar Seri Begawan:

- Venice of the East: The capital encompasses Kampong Ayer, a sprawling historic water village built entirely on stilts over the Brunei River, complete with its own schools, mosques, and a network of boardwalks.

- Massive Royal Palace: Just outside the city center sits the Istana Nurul Iman, the official residence of the Sultan of Brunei, which holds the Guinness World Record for being the world’s largest residential palace.

- Golden Dome Landmark: The urban skyline is anchored by the breathtaking Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, featuring pure gold domes and a ceremonial stone boat floating peacefully in a man-made lagoon.