Timor-Leste country guide: capital, Independence Day, and colours (RU)
📍 Timor-Leste
Theme Independence Day 2027
Timor-Leste is marked on this page by the facts that stay useful all year: the capital is Dili, the national observance is Independence Day on 20 May, and the national colours are red and gold. Timor-Leste restored independence on 20 May 2002. The first declaration was on 28 November 1975.
Capital and region (RU)
Dili is the capital. Timor-Leste sits in the Asian time region, on the Asia/Dili clock. National ceremonies for Independence Day are centred there.
The national day
The next Independence Day is Thursday, 20 May 2027. Timor-Leste restored independence on 20 May 2002. The first declaration was on 28 November 1975. Locally it is called Loron Restaura Independénsia. The year on this page follows that next date, so it changes after the observance passes.
Colours and how the day looks
The national colours are red and gold. Streets, schools and public buildings use them on Independence Day. The image on this page is an original ToolSphare poster painted in those colours.
Independence Day FAQs
What is the capital of Timor-Leste?
The capital is Dili.
When is the next Independence Day?
The next date is Thursday, 20 May 2027.
What are the national colours?
The national colours are red and gold.
What does the national day mark?
Timor-Leste restored independence on 20 May 2002. The first declaration was on 28 November 1975.
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