Timor-Leste
Southeast Asian island nation on Timor, with mountain villages and the capital Dili
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Bondia! I'm Ace! Timor-Leste is a young island nation. Dili is the capital, and mountains meet the sea.
Quick Facts About Timor-Leste
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Timor-Leste, also called East Timor, is a young country in Southeast Asia on the island of Timor. The capital is Dili. People say "Bondia" for good morning. Tetum and Portuguese are official languages, and the currency is the US dollar.
Mountains rise close to the sea, and coral reefs lie offshore. Independence was restored in 2002. Coffee grows on the hills, and traditional woven cloth called tais is an important craft.
Map of Timor-Leste
Flag of Timor-Leste
The flag represents the unique identity and heritage of Timor-Leste.
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✨Did You Know?
Timor-Leste restored independence in 2002
Tetum and Portuguese are official languages
People say "Bondia" for good morning
What Makes Timor-Leste Special?
Island of Timor
Shared with Indonesia, on the eastern half.
Mountain Villages
Hills rise quickly from the coast.
Coral Reefs
Clear waters for snorkeling.
Bondia
Good morning in Tetum.
Dili
The capital on the north coast.
Tais Cloth
Traditional woven textiles.
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