Areia Branca Beach, Public beach in Metiaut suco, East Timor
The 600-meter-long sandy beach stretches along the northeastern shore of Dili Bay, bordered by low hills covered with Eucalyptus alba woodland.
The beach area was designated for tourism development during Portuguese rule, but became a location of violent incidents during the Indonesian occupation period.
Local fishermen engage in traditional spearfishing at low tide near coral breaks and repair their nets under the shade of coastal trees.
The beach offers free cabanas, rental picnic huts, restaurants serving fresh seafood, and opportunities for boating and kayaking activities throughout the day.
The surrounding area forms part of the Areia Branca no Dolok Oan Important Bird Area, home to Christmas Island frigatebirds and pink-headed imperial pigeons.
Location: Dili municipality
GPS coordinates: -8.53202,125.61498
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:53
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