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Dili

Dili is the capital of Timor-Leste and a city in the municipality of the same name. Available information identifies it as a reference point for the country, but does not support recommendations for specific neighborhoods, routes, or services.

Beloi ferry pier and reef coast on Ataúro Island
Photo by Maria Auxilia Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC0
The place

What makes it special

  • Capital of Timor-Leste.
  • A city in Dili Municipality.
  • Portuguese and Tetum are listed as the country’s languages; its listed currency is the US dollar.
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Guides to this place

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Profile updated: 02/10/2026