LESOTHO

The kingdom of Lesotho is called the "kingdom of heaven" and is the only country in the world where the entire area is over 1000 meters above sea level.

The kingdom Lesotho is called the "kingdom of heaven" and is the only country in the world where the entire area is over 1000 meters above sea level. The beautiful mountain areas of Lesotho can be experienced on foot or from horseback. The Lesotho ponies are of the friendly variety, they are steady and calm, and do not run out of line unless asked to do so.

Basotho (the people of Lesotho) is a nation with proud traditions, beliefs and customs. The annual Morija art festival in September shows this rich culture and celebration that Lesotho is proud of. If you want to be part of the celebration, you are warmly welcomed.

Lesotho

  • Maseru

  • 2 million

  • No visa requirement for tourists staying up to 30 days.

  • Sesotho and English. The name Lesotho can be translated as "the land of the people who speak Sesotho"

  • Lesotho loti / Loti (LSL) or South African rand (ZAR)

  • Due to the altitude, the average temperature will be colder throughout the year than other areas at the same latitude. Rain usually falls in the summer like thunderstorms.

    Maseru and surrounding lowlands can often reach 30 ° C in summer. Winters can be cold. Snow is common in the highlands between May and September, but the higher peaks can experience snow all year round.

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