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Information of Lesotho |
Capital: The Capital city of Lesotho is Maseru
Official Language: The Official Languages of Lesotho are Sesotho and English
Currency: The Local Currency used in Lesotho is: Loti (LSL)
Lesotho is the world's highest country with its entire area above the altitude of 3,300 ft, experiencing a continental climate, with extremes of temperatures. Lesotho is an enclave, surrounded on all sides by the Republic of South Africa and is divided into three major regions of the Western Lowland, the Cave Sandstone Terrace and the Eastern Highlands. Due to this fact, the country has a good economic relation with South Africa as it exports electricity and water to South Africa and other commodities like diamonds, wool, footwear, clothing and mohair to the other countries across the globe. Getting its independence from the United Kingdom on October 4, 1966, the country is now home to a population of 1,795,000 people, mainly consisting of the ethnic Basotho group and a member of the Commonwealth of Nations. Know more about the country of Lesotho on Allwonderscountries.com
Major Cities of Lesotho
Maseru, the capital of the country of Lesotho, is the largest city and the political, economic and cultural centre of the country. Apart from the Maseru, the other Major cities of Lesotho are:
- Libono, Maputsoe, Pitseng, Peka, Mapoteng, Mazenod, Roma,
Morija, Semonkong, Mount Moorosi, Sekake, Sehonghong,
Sehlabathebe and Tiokoeng.
Tourist Attractions of Lesotho
Lesotho is gradually earning reputation as one of the most beautiful holiday destination because of its picturesque locale and natural beauty. There are quite a few interesting and fascinating Tourist Attraction spots across the country for you to savor in their beauty. Some of these places are:
- Maletsunyane Falls in the Lesotho Highlands, which is Southern
Africa's Highest Waterfall
- Morija, the footprints of the dinosaur, Lesothosaurus
- Khatse Dam, a huge water reservoir with astounding beauty.
- Thaba Bosiu, the mountain where the Kingdom of Lesotho was first established by the King Moeshoeshoe.
The beautiful locales of Lesotho provide for some great adventure that you can indulge in such as Pony Trekking; Hiking in the Highlands; and shopping of Handicraft items such as Basotho hats, rugs, curios and sticks.
Accommodation in Lesotho
Although the country of Lesotho has a limited land area, the accommodation facilities in this country are quite good. There are no luxury hotels in this country but a few mid-range and budget hotels and lodges that fulfill the requirements. Some of these hotels are:
- Lancer's Inn (mid-range)
- Lesotho Sun Hotel & Casino (mid-range)
- Maseru Sun Hotel and Casino (mid-range)
- Semonkong Lodge (budget)
- New Oxbow Lodge (budget)
Precautions in Lesotho
The most dangerous disease in Lesotho is HIV/AIDS which has affected the life a majority of people in the country and over the years the percentage is supposed to rise. Therefore it is extremely important for all to take precautions and never to have unprotected sex in the country. Apart from this, it is also recommended to take vaccines for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Rabies and Typhoid prior to arrival in the country. Also the country has witnessed a steady rise in muggings against foreigners so it is best not to carry valuables and bags while going around the city.
You will get all information about Lesotho on Allwonderscountries.com
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