Piscina de Baucau
A natural spring pool built in the colonial era, constantly fed by clear water and shaded by trees. It is a cool retreat in the old town.
The pool lies on the road east out of town, below the Pousada de Baucau. It is fed directly by spring water welling up from beneath the cliff. The water is cool and clear, with diving boards, slides and tree shade around the pool, and many local families come at weekends. Admission is about US$0.50. The pool is usually closed on Mondays and Thursdays, when the water is drained and replaced. Overflow from the spring flows through channels across the old town to the sea. Its name aside, this spring-fed system makes it Baucau's best-known 'spring city' scene. Go in the morning, and bring swimwear and sunscreen.
Opening hours
Closed Mondays and Thursdays for water change; other days approx. 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Pousada de Baucau
- Baucau Old Town (Cidade Velha)
- Municipal Market of Baucau
- St. Anthony Cathedral, Baucau
- Watabo Beach (Coconut Beach)
- Laga
- Venilale Japanese Caves
- Mount Matebian