Kampung Kota Batu
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"Unfortunately, Kota Batu is often skipped by visitors. Though only a fringe neighborhood of Bandar Seri Begawan today, Kota Batu has great historical significance. As the original capital of the Bruneian Empire, it features an ancient palace, mosque and administrative center - dating back to Brunei’s third Sultan, Sharif Ali. Kota Batu means “Stone Fort'“ in Malay. What still remains here are Brunei’s most important archaeological sites (Kota Batu Archaeological Park, Tomb of Sultan Ali and Mausoleum of Sultan Bolkiah). Just a short walk from the archaeological sites are also 3 of Brunei’s major museums (Brunei Museum, Malay Technology Museum and Brunei Darussalam Maritime Museum. "
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