Limbongan, Brunei
Etymology
"Limbongan" is the former spelling of the Malay word "limbungan" which literally means 'dockyard'.
History
Kampong Limbongan served as a trading base for pengalu from Kampong Tamoi, Lorong Dalam, Burong Pinggai, and Bukit Salat. From this base, they conducted trade in areas including Kampong Batu Empat, Kilanas, Mulaut, Junjungan, and Limau Manis. These traders utilised large perahu or sampan equipped with walls and roof awnings for protection, often operated with the help of their family members.
Places of interest
Kampong Limbongan is notable for having a headstone dated 848 Hijrah (corresponding to AD 1444), indicating its historical significance. This, along with other early Islamic gravestones in the region, such as those in Kota Batu and Luba, supports evidence of Brunei's Islamic heritage dating back to the 13th century.
References
- ^ "Brunei Postal Services - postcodes". post.gov.bn. Retrieved 2018-04-13.
- ^ "Kampong Limbongan, Tamoi, Brunei Muara: BL1312 | Brunei Postcode". brn.postcodebase.com. Retrieved 2018-04-13.
- ^ "A beacon of Bandar's revitalisation – Borneo Bulletin Online". Borneo Bulletin Online. 2017-10-23. Retrieved 2018-04-13.
- ^ "Carian Umum". prpm.dbp.gov.my (in Malay). Retrieved 2018-04-13.
- ^ Gin, Ooi Keat (2015-12-14). Brunei - History, Islam, Society and Contemporary Issues. Routledge. p. 109. ISBN 978-1-317-65998-3.
- ^ Gin, Ooi Keat; King, Victor T. (2022-07-29). Routledge Handbook of Contemporary Brunei. Taylor & Francis. ISBN 978-1-000-56864-6.