Kampong Ayer
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei
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- Area
- 3.861 mi²
- Type
- City in Brunei
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What is Kampong Ayer known for?
Located at the centre of Brunei's capital of Bandar Seri Begawan, Kampong Ayer is known as one of the world's largest water villages; rich in cultural heritage that has been developed and sustained through many centuries.
What is unusual about the houses in Kampong Ayer?
Houses in Kampong Ayer are built on stilts above the water. They are traditionally made of wood and adopt the style of traditional Malay houses. The houses may be up to two-storey high.
How many people live in Kampong Ayer Brunei?
Home to around 30,000 people, Kampong Ayer consists of 42 contiguous stilt villages built along both banks of the Sungai Brunei (Brunei River).
What is the largest water village in the world?
It is in Brunei. This is Kampong Ayer, the largest water village in the world. Over 30,000 people live here in houses built entirely on stilts above the water. There are schools, mosque, shops and even a fire station.