Travel to Lesotho, One of the Safest Countries in Africa
Despite being a small country, Lesotho boasts many fantastic attractions for tourists to visit and learn about the history and heritage of both the Basotho people and the mountain kingdom. With a variety of places and activities, Lesotho has become a unique and exotic place to visit and for this reason the tourism industry is essential to the Kingdom. If you choose to travel here, you will be surprised at how much Lesotho has to offer and how many beautiful places there are to visit. A visit to the Sehlabatebe National Park will be a real adventure for tourists, as it can only be reached on foot, on horseback or in a four-by-four jeep.
Sehlabatebe National Park in the Maloti Mountains is in the heart of the Kingdom of Lesotho and boasts rich vegetation, animals, and birds. A paradise on the tops of the Maloti Mountains, Sehlabatebe National Park covers approximately sixty-eight square kilometres right on the roof of little Lesotho. Tsehlanyane National Park is special and quite unique, plus it is one of the few places in Lesotho with forested areas, as due to Lesotho's high altitude, many places do not grow trees. This national park is the largest park in Lesotho and no other place is as far away from it as Tsehlanyane.
Tsehlanyane National Park is a flat mountain of great historical importance to the people of Lesotho. The name Thaba-Bosiu means "Mountain at Night" and was named after Moshoeshoe, the leader of Lesotho in 1824. Taba Bosiu National Monument or "Mountain of the Night" was the mountain stronghold of "Moshoeshoe the Great". and is considered the birthplace of Lesotho The National Monument is certainly one of the most important historical sites in Lesotho and evokes a sense of identity as the proud Basotho nation.
There are many reasons to visit Lesotho; it is so named because it is the only independent country on earth with an altitude of over 1,000 meters (3,281 feet). Lesotho’s also has the highest peak in southern Africa and the highest bar in Africa, both at 3482m above sea level. The Marotti-Drakensberg Mountains span most of eastern and central Lesotho, giving Lesotho a reputation for its alpine climate and stunning mountain views. The Kingdom of Lesotho is also home to the famous Sani Pass, one of the most challenging yet rewarding 4WD trails in the world.
In the summer, San Rock Paintings welcomes tourists interested in mountain biking, hiking, or trail running, while in the winter, it is the perfect place for skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing. With many exhibits and an art gallery displaying paintings and other art from the region, Lesotho's National Museum is a wonderful place to spend a day when the weather does not allow for outdoor activities.
For those who are more culturally minded, other tourist attractions in Lesotho include the opportunity to immerse yourself in history at the Lesotho National Museum in Maseru and the Moriya Museum and Archives, which offers archaeological, ethnographic, and geological collections. Whether you want to enjoy an exciting sport, explore the natural world around Maseru, shop at the local mall, or soak up the rich and deep history of the country of Lesotho, this city has something for you. Lesotho is no exception, when you enter a traditional Basotho village such as Tababo Xiu Cultural Village.
Sehlabatebe National Park in the Maloti Mountains is in the heart of the Kingdom of Lesotho and boasts rich vegetation, animals, and birds. A paradise on the tops of the Maloti Mountains, Sehlabatebe National Park covers approximately sixty-eight square kilometres right on the roof of little Lesotho. Tsehlanyane National Park is special and quite unique, plus it is one of the few places in Lesotho with forested areas, as due to Lesotho's high altitude, many places do not grow trees. This national park is the largest park in Lesotho and no other place is as far away from it as Tsehlanyane.
Tsehlanyane National Park is a flat mountain of great historical importance to the people of Lesotho. The name Thaba-Bosiu means "Mountain at Night" and was named after Moshoeshoe, the leader of Lesotho in 1824. Taba Bosiu National Monument or "Mountain of the Night" was the mountain stronghold of "Moshoeshoe the Great". and is considered the birthplace of Lesotho The National Monument is certainly one of the most important historical sites in Lesotho and evokes a sense of identity as the proud Basotho nation.
There are many reasons to visit Lesotho; it is so named because it is the only independent country on earth with an altitude of over 1,000 meters (3,281 feet). Lesotho’s also has the highest peak in southern Africa and the highest bar in Africa, both at 3482m above sea level. The Marotti-Drakensberg Mountains span most of eastern and central Lesotho, giving Lesotho a reputation for its alpine climate and stunning mountain views. The Kingdom of Lesotho is also home to the famous Sani Pass, one of the most challenging yet rewarding 4WD trails in the world.
In the summer, San Rock Paintings welcomes tourists interested in mountain biking, hiking, or trail running, while in the winter, it is the perfect place for skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing. With many exhibits and an art gallery displaying paintings and other art from the region, Lesotho's National Museum is a wonderful place to spend a day when the weather does not allow for outdoor activities.
For those who are more culturally minded, other tourist attractions in Lesotho include the opportunity to immerse yourself in history at the Lesotho National Museum in Maseru and the Moriya Museum and Archives, which offers archaeological, ethnographic, and geological collections. Whether you want to enjoy an exciting sport, explore the natural world around Maseru, shop at the local mall, or soak up the rich and deep history of the country of Lesotho, this city has something for you. Lesotho is no exception, when you enter a traditional Basotho village such as Tababo Xiu Cultural Village.