Cities in Timor-Leste
The most important cities in Timor-Leste at a glance – from the bustling metropolis to the charming small town. Each city links to a detailed page with map, attractions and travel tips.
Luro
A mountain village in the Lautém District with access to spectacular wild coastal stretches and untouched nature.
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Citrana
A remote coastal village in the Oecusse enclave, known for its untouched nature and tranquil atmosphere.
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Maliana
Maliana is located near the border with Indonesia and is an important agricultural center.
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Gleno
Gleno is the administrative center of the Ermera municipality, known for coffee cultivation.
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Pante Macassar
The city is located in the Oecusse exclave and has historical Portuguese roots.
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Venilale
Venilale was a well-known holiday resort during the Portuguese colonial period.
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Dili
Dili, the capital of East Timor, is located on the northern coast of Timor island.
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Maubisse
Maubisse is a historical mountain town and a popular tourist destination.
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Viqueque
Viqueque is the capital of the largest eponymous municipality in East Timor.
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Manatuto
Manatuto stretches from the northern coast to the southern coast of the island.
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Uatucarbau
Uatucarbau is located in the Viqueque municipality near the south coast.
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Liquiçá
Liquiçá is a coastal city west of Dili with picturesque beaches.
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Ossu
Ossu is a mountain town surrounded by the Mundo Perdido mountains.
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Balibo
Balibo is a historical town known for a Portuguese fort.
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Ainaro
Ainaro is known for its cooler climate and mountainous landscape.
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Vila de Ataúro
Vila is the main settlement of Ataúro Island, located north of Dili.
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Luro
Luro is a small rural administrative seat in the east of the country.
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Turiscai
Turiscai is located at an altitude that offers a pleasant climate.
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Ermera
The city of Ermera is the center of the East Timorese coffee trade.
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Suai
Suai is located in the southwest of the country near the Timor Sea.
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Laleia
Laleia is located in a broad river valley on the northern coast.
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Fohorem
Fohorem is located near the border and is surrounded by hills.
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Aileu
Aileu is located in the highlands south of the capital Dili.
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Zumalai
Zumalai is located on a river and borders the Timor Sea.
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Same
Same is located inland and is surrounded by mountains.
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Lospalos
Lospalos is known for its traditional fataluku houses.
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Fatuberlio
Fatuberlio is a small administrative unit on the coast.
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Laclubar
Laclubar is a traditional mountain village in East Timor.
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Tutuala
Tutuala is the easternmost village on the island of Timor.
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Baucau
Baucau is the second-largest city in East Timor.
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Iliomar
Iliomar is located in the south of the Lautém municipality.
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Alas
Alas is located in the Manufahi municipality.
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What are the largest cities in Timor-Leste?
This page lists the most important cities by population – each with its own detail page, map and attractions.
How do I find attractions per city?
Click a city – the detail page lists the top attractions, a map and travel tips.