Cristo Rei of Dili

Cristo Rei of Dili

climbing the Christ Statue at the shore of Timor Leste near Dili
Cristo Rei -

Location: 

Timor-Leste

Duration: 

Saturday, June 17, 2017

Journey: 

Indonesia: Jakarta to Bali overland plus East Timor

Personal highlights

  1. Cristo Rei of Dili: famous statue of Christ in Dili, capital of Timor Leste
  2. Politics: meant to celebrate East Timor's integration into Indonesiainfo-icon
  3. Religion: once a Portuguese colony, East Timor is highly Christian
  4. Island: Timor Leste is a small island with a lovely ocean shore
  5. Road Trip: riding with my host and guide along the shore line

Image sources

  1. The sea of Timor Leste
  2. Statue of Cristo Rei
  3. Me enjoying the sun
  4. Small mobile shop
  5. Monkey Statue

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