Travel to East Timor will give the people a wonderful experience about this crocodile shaped island. East Timor is a small island located in the eastern part of Indonesia and between the Indian Ocean and South China Sea. The present name of east Timor is Timor Leste. The land of East Timor is covered by mountains. The main rivers of East Timor are Comoro, Bemorl and Benmauc. Tropical climate mainly persists in East Timor. US dollar is used as the main currency in East Timor which is divided into hundred cents. Portuguese and Tetum are the popular languages spoken by the people. Foho Tatamailau is the highest peak in East Timor.
Travel to East Timor can be planned at any time since it is not a very popular tourist destination and is not over crowded by the people. The dry season in May till November is the best time to go to East Timor as there is little rainfall at that time.
Trip to East Timor should be avoided during the rainy season of December to April.
Journey to East Timor has now become easier by the flight departing from Australia or through Indonesian airlines.
Dili, the capital of East Timor is the poplar attraction site of the people. Dili consists of a number of beautiful beaches along with facilities for diving and snorkeling. Areia Branca, popularly known as Pasir Putih is another poplar tourist attraction of Dili region. Liquica is another place where tourists flock to. Oecussi is an old fort situated at the top of the hill in the south of the town. Lifau is a place where the original Portuguese inhabit.
Accommodation is not a very big problem when traveling to East Timor. East Timor offers various affordable hotels for the tourists. The
popular hotels in East Timor include:
- Central Maritime
- Timor Lodge
- Hotel Timor
- Hotel Audian
- The Esplanada
- Pousada de Maubisse
- Dili Guest Hose
Bars and night clubs are very popular in East Timor. All these night clubs and bars are located close the beach. They offer various drinks and foods to the tourists. Even cars can be hired for using in late night entertainment. Japanese, Portuguese and Chinese dishes are popular in East Timor. Coffee is the national drink of the place.
Embroidered fabrics and batik design is well known in East Timor. All the dresses are designed in a traditional color. Silver work and wood carvings are famous in East Timor.
