Timor-Leste Country Information

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Timor-Leste Travel Information

Timor-Leste (the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, often unofficially known as "East Timor") is a country in Southeast Asia. The country is located on the eastern half of the island of Timor, some nearby islands, and also includes an exclave (Oecussi) on the Indonesian side of Timor.

As of 2009, the population of Timor-Leste was estimated at just over 1.1 million. Around 150,000 people live in the capital and largest city, Dili, which is also the country's chief port and commercial center.

Timor-Leste was a Portuguese colony from the early 16th century until 1975. Just 9 days after gaining independence from Portugal it was then occupied by Indonesia which remained in control of the country until 1999 (although fighting a guerilla war against the independence movement for all of this period). When Timor-Leste finally regained independence in 1999 under UN auspices, there was further violence and destruction of property during the transition. As a result, Timor-Leste remains today one of the world's poorest countries. There were, for example, food crises in 2005 (including a number of deaths from starvation) and 2007.

Timor-Leste Country Details

Country Name	Timor-Leste
Political Status	Country
Geographic Location	Southeastern Asia
Principal Language	Portuguese
Capital	Dili

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Exploring Timor-Leste: A comprehensive travel guide to one of the least visited countries in the world

By Jonty Crane

Released: October 17th, 2024
Paperback (208 pages)

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ISBN: 1067041605
EAN: 9781067041601

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Number of Pages: 208
Author: Jonty Crane
Publication Date: October 17th, 2024
Release Date: October 17th, 2024

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Size: 9.0 inches by 6.0 inches by 0.49 inches

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Timor-Leste Travel Guide: Swim with Whales & Discover Untouched Gem! Your Local's Insight to Beaches & Marine Life (Easy Explore Adventure Collections)

By Asher. A Walkley

Released: March 19th, 2025
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Timor-Leste Travel Guide: Swim with Whales & Discover Untouched Gem! Your Local's Insight to Beaches & Marine Life (Easy Explore Adventure Collections)

Manufacturer: Independently published
EAN: 9798314652923

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Number of Pages: 226
Author: Asher. A Walkley
Publication Date: March 19th, 2025
Release Date: March 19th, 2025

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Size: 9.0 inches by 6.0 inches by 0.51 inches

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TIMOR- LESTE TRAVEL GUIDE 2025: Discover the Unspoiled Beauty of Timor-Leste: A Complete 2025 Travel Guide

By Johnson Reed

Released: March 15th, 2025
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TIMOR- LESTE TRAVEL GUIDE 2025: Discover the Unspoiled Beauty of Timor-Leste: A Complete 2025 Travel Guide

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EAN: 9798314225691

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Number of Pages: 92
Author: Johnson Reed
Publication Date: March 15th, 2025
Release Date: March 15th, 2025

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Size: 8.27 inches by 5.83 inches by 0.21 inches

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Timor-Leste Travel Guide: A Comprehensive Guide (Southeast Asia Travel Guides)

By Edwin Cano

Released: January 3rd, 2025
Paperback (287 pages)

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Timor-Leste Travel Guide: A Comprehensive Guide (Southeast Asia Travel Guides)

Manufacturer: Independently published
EAN: 9798305741681

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Number of Pages: 287
Author: Edwin Cano
Publication Date: January 3rd, 2025
Release Date: January 3rd, 2025

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Size: 9.0 Inches by 6.0 Inches by 0.65 inches
Weight: 1.1 pounds

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Timor-Leste Travel Guide 2024: A Comprehensive Travel Guide to Exploring Hidden Gems, Landscapes, Scenic Beauty, Rich Heritage, and Cultural Wonders, ... for a Memorable Vacation in Southeast Asia

By Stanley P Thayer

Released: December 27th, 2023
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Timor-Leste Travel Guide 2024: A Comprehensive Travel Guide to Exploring Hidden Gems, Landscapes, Scenic Beauty, Rich Heritage, and Cultural Wonders, ... for a Memorable Vacation in Southeast Asia

Manufacturer: Independently published
EAN: 9798873104789

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Number of Pages: 101
Author: Stanley P Thayer
Publication Date: December 27th, 2023
Release Date: December 27th, 2023

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Size: 8.5 inches by 5.5 inches by 0.23 inches

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Timor-Leste Travel Guide 2023: Unveiling the Hidden Gem of Southeast Asia: The Definitive Travel Guide to Discovering Ancient Traditions, Exquisite ... Secret (Exquisite Travel Guide Series)

By Roland Richard

Released: August 9th, 2023
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Timor-Leste Travel Guide 2023: Unveiling the Hidden Gem of Southeast Asia: The Definitive Travel Guide to Discovering Ancient Traditions, Exquisite ... Secret (Exquisite Travel Guide Series)

Manufacturer: Independently published
EAN: 9798856706115

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Number of Pages: 86
Author: Roland Richard
Publication Date: August 9th, 2023
Release Date: August 9th, 2023

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Size: 9.0 inches by 6.0 inches by 0.2 inches

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