Oecussi

Oecussi (Oecusse) is the western exclave of East Timor.

If you already have the feeling that in Timor-Leste is one of the most remote places in the world, Oe-Cusse Ambeno may feel more like the edge of the world. Still, this beautiful region of Earth is filled with mountains, beaches and lots of nature. Oecussi was the first capital of the Portuguese in Timor, and here the topasses had their centre of power.

Since 2015, the ZEESM special zone for a social market economy has been in the planning stage, which will greatly change the appearance of Oe-Cusse Ambeno. The airfield is being converted into an international airport, hotels, golf courses and companies are to be built as part of this mega project.

Cities

Map of Oecussi

-9.2124.3833331 Pante Macassar
-9.255124.3492 Pasar Tono
-9.333333124.0833333 Citrana
-9.35124.2333334 Nitibe

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Get in

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Eat

In Oecussi, there are widespread taboos against certain foods. This can be seafood, coconuts or even eggs. These can vary by clan affiliation (or kanaf). This is one of the reasons why fishing is poorly developed here.

Pante Macassar has a few small restaurants.

Drink

Stay safe

Pante Macassar has a police station and a hospital, near a monument.

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