Raja Ayang Mausoleum

Raja Ayang Mausoleum
Makam Raja Ayang
Entrance to the Raja Ayang Mausoleum
Map
General information
TypeMausoleum
Architectural styleIslamic architecture
AddressJalan Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien
Town or cityPusat Bandar, Bandar Seri Begawan
CountryBrunei
Coordinates4°53′24″N 114°56′34″E / 4.8901077°N 114.9428996°E / 4.8901077; 114.9428996
RenovatedSeptember 2008
OwnerBrunei History Centre
Other information
ParkingOn site (no charge)

The Raja Ayang Mausoleum[1] (Malay: Makam Raja Ayang)[2] is a historical mausoleum in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei.[3] It believed to honour a royal punished for incest in the 15th century, became a site of cultural significance where visitors seek blessings despite the resulting damage from offerings. Renovated in 2008 with a dome structure, it preserves Brunei's history while safeguarding the tomb from further deterioration.

  1. ^ Bandar Seri Begawan Tour Packages (PDF). Bandar Seri Begawan: Tourism Development Department, Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism. 2019. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
  2. ^ "Lawatan Politeknik Brunei ke Makam Raja Ayang, Bandar Seri Begawan". Brunei History Centre, Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports (in Malay). 10 September 2024. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
  3. ^ Hamir, Khartini (8 July 2023). "Memperkenalkan makam kesultanan Brunei kepada generasi muda" (PDF). Pelita Brunei (in Malay). p. 18. Retrieved 30 October 2024.