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🌎  East Timor 🇹🇱

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📍  Tais Market

✈️  Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (DIL)

🚗  6.7 KM

⏱️  23 minutes

Tais Market in Dili is a vibrant cultural hub, primarily known for its extensive selection of 'tais,' the traditional hand-woven textiles of East Timor, alongside other local crafts and souvenirs. The market is generally easily accessible via local transport such as taxis or microlets within Dili, and as an open-air market, it offers straightforward access, though specific wheelchair facilities might be limited. Visitors can comfortably explore the market solo, though a local guide might enrich the experience with cultural insights or assist with bargaining. There are no significant seasonal restrictions, with the market typically operating year-round during daylight hours; it's best to visit during cooler parts of the day. Entry is free, with costs entirely dependent on purchases, ranging from a few dollars for small items to hundreds for elaborate tais, and bargaining is customary. A typical visit duration is 1-2 hours, allowing ample time for browsing and shopping, offering a great opportunity to immerse in local culture and support Timorese artisans; cash is highly recommended for purchases.