Laulara

Laulara is a town in Aileu Municipality, Timor-Leste. Laulara is situated nearby to the hamlet Kotolau, as well as near Balibar.

Type: Town
Description: human settlement
Also known as: “Dara Laulara” and “Lauloro”

Places of Interest

Highlights include Palácio de Lahane and Chinese cemetery of Dili.

Palácio de Lahane

Historic building

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The Palácio de Lahane, also known as the Palácio das Nobres, is a historic building in Timor-Leste. As of 2022, its primary function was as a reception space for the East Timorese government. Palácio de Lahane is situated 3½ km north of Laulara.

Chinese cemetery of Dili

Cemetery

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The Chinese cemetery of Dili is a historical cemetery in Dili, Timor-Leste. Built in 1889 on land donated by the then Portuguese government, the oldest graves date back to the early 20th century. Chinese cemetery of Dili is situated 4 km north of Laulara.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Taibesi and Dili.

Taibesi

Neighborhood

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Taibesi is a neighborhood, which is situated 4 km north of Laulara.

Dili

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Dili is the capital city of Timor-Leste and its largest city. It is squeezed along the narrow plains between Timor's northern coast and the central mountains which run the length of the island.