The flag of Timor-Leste
The star symbolises light guiding the way to independence.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Dili
- Region
- South-Eastern Asia
- Currency
- United States dollar
- Population
- 1,418,517
The flag of Timor-Leste is one of the most recognisable national symbols in Asia. The star symbolises light guiding the way to independence.
The flag of Timor-Leste
The star symbolises light guiding the way to independence. A flag tells the story of a nation — its history, its values and its people.
Capital and location
Dili is the capital of Timor-Leste, in South-Eastern Asia, part of Asia.
Currency
The official currency of Timor-Leste is the United States dollar (USD).
People
Timor-Leste is home to around 1,418,517 people.
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