Introducing Dili
Scruffy and chaotic, Dili is not one of Asia’s great capitals. But look past the burnt-out buildings and refugee camps and you’ll find a place with a quiet charm. Dignified colonial buildings await restoration, and frangipani trees drop flowers on streets trodden as often by goats and chickens as by people. The waterfront is serene and a short walk brings you to golden beaches with good snorkelling. You may not wish to linger, but Dili is where you’ll find all of East Timor’s services, as well as the supplies you need to explore the country. Its delightful nightspots are good places to discover the welcoming local vibe.
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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Timor-Leste: every day an adventure
12 July 2011
Ask the long-term expats working in Timor-Leste (East Timor) what they do on the weekends and you’ll be amazed by...
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RE: from Dili to Phuket - what do you think?
by pcmensch 14 September 2011
right and I do not see a chance to get out from dili in time to get that air asia dps-hkt flight :-(
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RE: Extensive Asian Travel - lots of visas needed. Suggestions?
by everbrite 13 September 2011
No visa is necessary for _Brunei_ unless you plan to stay more than 90 days but given the size of the country and the lack of things to…
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RE: from Dili to Phuket - what do you think?
by VillianChaser 11 September 2011
Yeah, but he's in DILI.
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