Benona
Benona is a locality in Balibar, Cristo Rei, Dili Municipality. Benona is situated near the village Fatuloda, as well as near the hamlet Lakoto.Places of Interest
Highlights: Palácio de Lahane and Chinese cemetery of Dili.
Palácio de Lahane
Historic building
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 3 km north of Benona.
Chinese cemetery of Dili
Cemetery
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 3½ km north of Benona.
Pura Girinatha
Hindu temple
Pura Girinatha is the largest Balinese Hindu temple in Timor-Leste. It is located in the quarter Taibesi, in the south of the capital city of Dili, near the local market. The temple is located on a small hill outside the city center, but is accessible by car. Pura Girinatha is situated 4 km north of Benona.
Places in the Area
Nearby places include Taibesi and Dili.
Dili
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.Benona
- Type: Locality
- Location: Balibar, Cristo Rei, Dili Municipality, Timor-Leste, Southeast Asia, Asia
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Latitude
-8.6° or 8° 36′ south
Longitude
125.59° or 125° 35′ 24″ east
Elevation
655 metres (2,149 feet)
Open location code
6Q37CH2R+22
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Places to explore: Fatuloda and Lakoto.
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