EAST TIMOR

EAST TIMOR

East Timor became a Republic of Indonesia's 27th province from July 16, 1976 until September, 1999. Before, East Timor was part of Portugis. In 1999 majority of its people voted to separate from Indonesia and became an independent nation. The capital city of East Timor is Dili.
Most of the East Timorese are Catholics. Despite its political and social problems, East Timor is culturally rich. Its land and beaches are also beautiful.