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Commemorating Brunei's oil production milestone, this monument symbolizes the nation's prosperity and industrial heritage.

The Billionth Barrel Monument in Seria, Brunei, commemorates the country's milestone of producing one billion barrels of crude oil from the Seria oil field. The monument symbolizes Brunei's economic foundation and industrial pride.

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Opening hours

  • MonOpen 24 hours
  • TueOpen 24 hours
  • WedOpen 24 hours
  • ThuOpen 24 hours
  • FriOpen 24 hours
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed

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J888+PV3, Seria
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Public Transport

From Bandar Seri Begawan, take a bus to Seria Bus Terminal. Buses numbered 881 or 882 run regularly. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes and costs around $5. From Seria Bus Terminal, take a local purple bus or a taxi to the Billionth Barrel Monument. The local bus from the bus station to the town center runs every 10-15 minutes. A taxi from the Seria Bus Terminal to the monument will cost approximately $3-$5.

Taxi

From Bandar Seri Begawan, a taxi to the Billionth Barrel Monument takes approximately 1 hour and 17 minutes and costs $65 - $80. Taxis are readily available in Bandar Seri Begawan. From Seria town center, local taxis can be hired to reach the monument. Ensure the taxi fare is agreed upon before commencing the journey.

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The Billionth Barrel Monument, located in Seria, Brunei, stands as a testament to the nation's rich oil and gas heritage. Commissioned by the Brunei Shell Petroleum Company in 1991, it marks the production of the billionth barrel of crude oil in the Seria field, a significant achievement for Brunei. The monument is near the site of the first oil well discovered in Brunei in 1929.The monument's design carries symbolic meaning. Its six arches represent the flow of oil from beneath the ground and the decades of oil exploration and production. Atop the monument sits Brunei's national emblem, symbolizing the prosperity of the nation. Copper panels leading to the monument depict scenes from Brunei's oil industry. Visitors can also stroll along the nearby beach and view offshore oil rigs.The Billionth Barrel Monument offers insights into Brunei's economic transformation and modern history. It reflects how oil wealth has influenced the country's economy, society, and lifestyle.

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