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Visiting Dili, East Timor


Having endured 20 years of struggle for independence from Indonesia, East Timor's coastal capital, Dili, has made remarkable strides toward reconstruction after innumerable damages and losses. Its former Portuguese colonial flavor can still be found in remaining villas and churches along the waterfront, as well as the 65-foot statue of Jesus overlooking the coast, reminiscent of Cristo Redentor in Rio Di Janeiro. The waterfront parks and white sand beaches are popular for diving and relaxing.
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May 2, 2009
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I was over in Dili, East Timor over Christmas. The town itself is pretty basic and easy to cover over a few days. I caught a local bus to Baucau and was able to explore outside of Dili. I stayed at...more

4 of 5 stars
London, United Kingdom
Jan 12, 2009
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I went to Timor for just one week and came back thinking I really want to go back for a bit longer. I liked the Timorese people and found them young, kind, caring, naive and cautious. If you take...more

5 of 5 stars
Gold Coast
Nov 18, 2008

I spent 6 months in Dili and found the people warm and very friendly. The country is very picturesque, the waters are crystal clear with world class diving and fish galore. Costs are very cheap,...more

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