This chapter contains the Understand Timor-Leste, Timor-Leste Today, History, The People, Environment, Survival Guide, Living & Working in Timor-Leste, Directory, Transport, Health and Language chapters from Lonely Planet’s Timor-Leste (East Timor) guidebook.

All the info you need on everything from history, culture and environment to flights, public transport, climate, money, the internet...you name it. Get hints on the gay and lesbian scene and tips for women travellers, kids and travellers with disabilities, as well as a handy language guide and glossary.

• tips for travelling responsibly in this fragile environment that is not developed for tourism
• comprehensive info on living and working in Timor-Leste
• an intro to East Timorese customs
• a timeline of historic events from the 13th century to today

Coverage includes: Understand Timor-Leste, Timor-Leste Today, History from kingdoms & cannibalism to making a break, The People, The National Psyche, Lifestyle, Population, Religion, Arts, Environment, The Land, Wildlife, National Parks & Protected Areas, Environmental Issues, Survival Guide, Living & Working in Timor-Leste, Deciding Whether to Come, Dili Versus the Districts, Costs, Housing, Telecommunications, Food, Red Tape, Driving & Cars, Safety & Security, Directory, Transport, Health and Language.