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Located in
East Timor🇹🇱
Nearest airport

Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport

DIL

From airport to location

Distance22.6 KM
Duration39 minutes

Ai Pelo Prison in Liquiçá, Timor-Leste, is a poignant historical site, offering a somber glimpse into the country's colonial and occupation past. While accessible by road, ideally an hour's drive west of Dili, a 4x4 may be beneficial during the wet season (November-April) due to potential road conditions; otherwise, a sturdy vehicle is sufficient. Solo visits are possible for reflection, but engaging a local guide is highly recommended to fully comprehend the profound historical significance and the atrocities committed within its ruins. There is no official entrance fee, with costs primarily limited to transportation and guide services. A typical visit duration ranges from 30 minutes to an hour, allowing time to respectfully explore the unmanaged, eerie remnants of the prison. Visitors should be prepared for an unserviced site with no facilities, and approach the experience with respect for its role as a place of remembrance.