Baucau

Baucau is the capital of the Baucau Roman Catholic Diocese, one of East Timor's two Bishoprics. It was founded on November 30, 1996, when the bishopric of Dili fell apart. Its bishop is Basilio do Nascimento. This charming town must be seen while traveling across Timor-Leste!

With white-sand beaches and coves border the gorgeous coastline, while inland, imposing peaks such as Mount Matebian and Mount Ramelau provide breathtaking views. Baucau is home to the world's second-largest city, also known as Baucau. Historic Portuguese buildings, a bustling market, and a large public swimming pool filled with clean spring water may all be found here. Baucau is the capital of Baucau Island, which is located in the country's east. It has a population of around 16,000 people. In the days of Portuguese Timor, Baucau was little more than an overgrown village, and it was known as Vila Salazar for most of that period.

• Location: Baucau, East Timor
• Best time to visit: from June to September which is during the dry season where the sky is clear and no rain
• Things To Do: swimming, hiking, visiting The St. Anthony Cathedral, admiring The Pousada De Baucau
• Best Places to Stay: Hotel Helen, Podu' cu Lanturi, Villa AnnaLia, Hotel EMD