Beholding spectacular scenery in Dili

Dili, the capital of Timor-Leste, is located on East Timor's northern coast, sandwiched between the central mountains and the narrow plains that run the length of the country and the Ombai Strait. Dili is also the capital of a district of the same name. The district includes Atauro Island as well as the neighboring surroundings.

Dili has a straightforward town center centered on the Government Palace and its environs that is easy to navigate on foot. However, Timor Plaza, 3 km west, and Maitiat's eateries, 3 km east, are two more tourist attractions, both of which are a considerable walk away.

If you want to see a historic religious site in the capital of Timor-Leste, it's also worth noting that the Portuguese influence on religion is most obvious. On Sunday mornings, Saint Joseph's Church of Aimutin, right down and across the road from the Leader Supermarket and Timor Plaza, holds an English liturgy. This is one of the top Things to Know Before Traveling to Timor-Leste.