Jesus Backside Beach (Dolok Oan)
Praia Dolok Oan
A quiet bay of white sand behind the Christ statue. A trail from the hilltop leads down to the beach, where snorkeling reveals corals and tropical fish. One of Dili's most beautiful beaches.
The beach gets its name from its location “behind” the Christ statue. Its official name is Praia Dolok Oan. Green rocky headlands flank both sides, the water is clear, and corals can be seen in shallow water, making it ideal for snorkeling. On good days you may spot dolphins. You can walk down the path from the top of the Christ statue hill in about 10 minutes, or reach the parking area directly by road from the east side of the headland. The beach has almost no facilities, so bring your own drinking water, sun protection and snorkeling gear. Some times have rip currents, so don't swim too far from shore. Locals come on weekends; weekdays are quieter.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Cristo Rei of Dili
- Areia Branca Beach
- Government Palace, Dili
- Timorese Resistance Archive & Museum
- Santa Cruz Cemetery
- Motael Church (Saint Anthony of Padua)
- Dili Waterfront & Harbour Lighthouse
- Tais Market