Cristo Rei of Dili is a monument in the capital city of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste that represents Jesus Christ on top of a globe. It was created by Mochamad Syailillah, also known as Boil, and stands at 27 meters (89 feet) tall. The governor of East Timor, José Abilio Osorio Soares, submitted the monument to President Suharto as a gift for the 20th anniversary of Timor's incorporation of Leste into Indonesia.

The statue was first funded by donations, but this was insufficient, necessitating payments from public employees and the economic elite. The body of the monument, which was built by 30 artisans in Sukaraja, Bandung, took about a year to complete. It was constructed from 27 individual copper parts, which were then put onto three trucks and transported to Dili. The statue took three months to rebuild, including the globe and a 10-meter-high crucifix.

The monument was ultimately unveiled on October 15, 1996, with the Roman Catholic Bishop Carlos Filipe Ximenes Belo, President Suharto, and East Timor Governor José Abilio Osorio Soares viewing the unveiling from the air by helicopter. It is one of the most beautiful historical in Timor-Leste, and it overlooks the harbor of Diliand, it is one of the most known sights of Timor-Leste.

Address: FJH5+R92, Díli, Timor-Leste

This Immaculate Conception Cathedral, which was built in 1988, reportedly the largest in Southeast Asia and dedicated by Pope John Paul II a year later, is the seat of the Diocese of Dili in East Timor. The Church of the Immaculate Conception is a beautiful Catholic cathedral in Dili, the former Portuguese colony's capital. On the side of East Timor, the Catholic Church actively engaged in the independence war. As a result, it was decided to build a cathedral in their honor as a thank you for their assistance throughout the battle.

The immense size of its design elicits awe, even though it is not especially ornate. A tall tower on one side overlooks the facade, and a figure of the Virgin Mary presides above the entryway, surrounded by stained-glass windows. The interiors are charmingly austere, with a collection of extraordinarily colorful stained-glass windows serving as a focal point. The church is accessed through a gate guarded by trumpeting angels and set within a beautiful lawn.

Leaders like Noble Laureate Bishop Belo advised people to enter the country's election with the attitude of the humility of Jesus Chris. On the 8th of December every year, many people assemble in Dili, Timor-Leste, at the 2,000-seat Immaculate Conception Metropolitan Cathedral for special services. The cathedral is significant because it played a key part in Timor-independence Leste's campaign, although being erected only in the 1980s. As the church played an important role in the country it became one of the most beautiful historical sites in Timor-Leste.

Address: CHR9+P66, Díli, Timor-Leste

The Motael Church, also known as the Church de S. António de Motel, is a Catholic church in Dili, the Democratic Republic of Timor-capital Leste's city. The current church structure is built on the foundations of a previous church from the nineteenth century. Motael Church is well known for its participation in the country's 1991 independence struggle. In an attempt to flee the Indonesian military, freedom campaigners sought refuge in this chapel. The cathedral formed a setting for various events throughout the liberation fight when activist Sebastio Gomes died here on that sad night.

The country's oldest Catholic church was restored in 1955 in the ancient Portuguese architecture, and it played a critical and pivotal part in the struggle for Timor-Leste independence. Even though the church was the pro-cathedral until 1989 when the title was taken away from Dili's Immaculate Conception Cathedral, it continues to play an important role in East Timor society due to the events of October 28, 1991, when Indonesian troops stormed it to put pro-independence activists under control.

Still, the Motael Church is a fascinating architectural landmark today, with one tall bell tower and white walls that contrast sharply with grey-colored corners, making it stand out among other religious monuments in the capital. The Church of So António de Motael will stand as a testament to a history when Timor-Leste was struggling for a long time, continuing to be a beacon of freedom for future generations of Timor-Leste.

Address: CHXC+J7M, Díli, Timor-Leste