Palácio das Cinzas, Government building in Dili, East Timor
The Palácio das Cinzas stands as a prominent structure within Dili, featuring architectural elements that reflect its administrative function and historical significance.
The building transformed from a police station during Indonesian occupation to becoming the presidential workplace of East Timor from 2002 to 2009.
The name Palace of Ashes represents the resilience of East Timor, as the building rose from destruction during the 1999 conflict to serve governmental purposes.
Located at coordinates 8°33'43"S and 125°34'31"E, the Palácio das Cinzas now functions as the headquarters of the East Timorese Ministry of Health.
President Xanana Gusmão chose this former burned police station with plywood screens as his office to demonstrate fiscal responsibility during nation-building.
GPS coordinates: -8.56194,125.57528
Latest update: March 4, 2025 09:02
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