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Tutong
District
Tutong District
Locator map Tutong in Brunei.svg
Capital city Pekan Tutong
Government
 • Body Tutong District Office
(Malay: Jabatan Daerah Tutong)
Area
 • Total 1,166 km2 (450 sq mi)
Population
 (2016)
 • Total 49,438
 • Density 42.400/km2 (109.81/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+08:00 (BNT)
Postal code
Txxxxx
Calling code +673 4XX
+673 422 Tutong
+673 423 3XXX Penanjong
+673 423 7XXX Lamunin
+673 424 Telisai
Website http://tutong.gov.bn

Tutong District is one of the four main areas, called districts, in the country of Brunei. It's located on the island of Borneo. The main town and capital city of Tutong District is called Pekan Tutong.

This district is known for its beautiful nature. The Tutong River flows through the area. You can also find Brunei's largest lake here, called Tasek Merimbun. This lake is part of the Tasek Merimbun Heritage Park, which is a special place to protect nature and history.

Understanding Mukims

Tutong mukims
Mukims of Tutong district

Tutong District is divided into smaller parts. These parts are called mukims. Think of them like sub-districts or smaller areas within the main district. There are 8 mukims in Tutong District:

  • Keriam
  • Kiudang
  • Lamunin
  • Pekan Tutong
  • Rambai
  • Tanjong Maya
  • Telisai
  • Ukong

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Distrito de Tutong para niños

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