Time Zone |
Europe/London |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+1 |
Time Zone |
Asia/Brunei |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
London, the capital and largest city of the United Kingdom, is located in the southeast of England on the banks of the River Thames. With a history of more than 2,000 years, London is an important political, economic and cultural center of the world. As a financial city, it is home to institutions such as the London Stock Exchange and Lloyd's Register, and is one of the world's top three financial centers, along with New York and Tokyo. Culturally, London is diverse and inclusive, with top museums such as the British Museum and the National Gallery, and the West End Theater Group is a mecca for art lovers around the world with its year-round staging of classic plays. Landmarks are abundant, from the historic Tower of London and Big Ben to the modern London Eye and the Shard, witnessing the blend of tradition and modernity. As an international transportation hub, London Heathrow Airport handles over 80 million passengers annually, connecting more than 200 destinations around the world and continuing to attract tourists and investors from all over the world.
Situated in the northern part of Kalimantan Island, Bandar Seri Begawan is the capital city of Brunei Darussalam and the political, economic and cultural center of Brunei Darussalam. Known as the "City of Peace", the city is a blend of modern prosperity and traditional cultural heritage. The city's landmark Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque, with its golden dome and reflection in the man-made lake, has become a symbol of Brunei; while Kampong Ayer, a water village known as the "Venice of the East", still retains its traditional stilt houses and water market, showcasing Brunei's unique river dwelling culture. As the main gateway to Brunei, the city's economy is based on the oil and gas industry, while the clean streets, friendly residents and rich Islamic culture attract tourists, making it an ideal place to experience Brunei's "serenity and affluence".