Brunei is located in the northwestern region of the island of Borneo and therefore falls in the equatorial climatic zone. Climate of Brunei is therefore of the equatorial type. High temperature and heavy rainfall, which are the typical features of equatorial climate, characterize the climate of Brunei.
Officially name: The State of Brunei Darussalam or The Nation of Brunei, The Abode of Peace
Capital: Bandar Seri Begawan
Largest city: Bandar Seri Begawan
Official language: Malay (Bahasa Melayu)
Government: Islamic Absolute Monarchy
Bruneian cuisine is very similar to and influenced by its neighbouring countries including Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand.