Located on the edge of an artificial lagoon along the Brunei River, Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque is one of the most famous landmarks in Brunei, and considered as one of the most beautiful mosque on Southeast Asia. Built in 1958 and named after the 28th Sultan of Brunei, this luxurious mosque offers Italian marble floors and walls, British chandeliers and Saudi Arabian woven carpets.
The outside of the main dome is covered with gold leaves, while the inside features glass mosaics consisting of 3.5 million individual pieces. The mosque tower stands 171 feet (52 meters) high, making it the tallest mosque in Bandar Seri Begawan, visible from almost anywhere in the city.
Tours to Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque
Explore Brunei’s best sights on a private tour in Bandar Seri Begawan, and visit royal landmarks, religious architecture and property of the Sultan of Brunei. Learn about Brunei’s history by visiting the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque, the Royal Regalia Museum, and the official residence of the Sultan, the magnificent Nurul Iman Palace.
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