Istana Darussalam | |
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General information | |
Type | Residence |
Architectural style | Malay vernacular architecture |
Address | Jalan Istana Darussalam |
Town or city | Kampong Sumbiling Lama, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei–Muara |
Country | Brunei |
Coordinates | 4°53′32″N 114°56′14″E / 4.8920903°N 114.9371379°E |
Construction started | 1940s |
Completed | 1947 |
Cost | B$7,000 |
Technical details | |
Material | concrete and wood |
Size | 0.76 acres (0.31 ha) |
The Istana Darussalam (English: Darussalam Palace) is the former residence of Omar Ali Saifuddien III and birthplace of Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah.[1] The palace is located at Jalan Darussalam, Kampong Sumbiling Lama, Brunei–Muara District, Brunei.[2][3] The building has become a tourist attraction and currently under the protection of the Antiquities and Treasure Trove Act of the Museums Department.[4]