Standard TimeTLT |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Asia/Dili |
Tilomar time compared to Beijing time (China) |
1 hours behind |
Tilomar is an administrative district and town on the southern coast of East Timor (Timor-Leste), located within the Cova Lima Municipality. It is located on the southwestern tip of the island of Timor, adjacent to the border with West Timor, Indonesia, with a topography dominated by coastal plains and hills, and a hot and humid climate, typical of the tropical monsoon climate. The area is sparsely populated, with agriculture and fishing as its main livelihoods, growing crops such as corn and cassava, and retaining traditional Tetum cultural practices.
Historically, Tilomar was colonized by Portugal and then by Indonesia until Timor-Leste's independence in 2002. The community is predominantly Catholic, with a mix of Aboriginal ceremonies and vibrant festivals. Due to its remote location, infrastructure is relatively basic, but the natural landscape is pristine, with undeveloped beaches and coral reefs, offering potential for eco-tourism.
The economy is dependent on subsistence agriculture and lacks support for industrialization, with limited transportation and educational resources. In recent years, the government of Timor-Leste has gradually promoted rural development projects aimed at improving people's livelihoods. As a border area, Tilomar plays a delicate role in regional security and trade, and its tranquil rural landscape provides researchers with a window into Timor-Leste's grassroots society.
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