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Lesotho Travel Wiki

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Travel to Lesotho

Lesotho is one of the smallest nations in the world and is completely surrounded by South Africa. It is also unique because it is the only independent state in the world that is above 1,000m in elevation. The lowest point in the country is at 1,400 meters, which is the highest low point for a country in the world as well.

Because of the higher altitude, Lesotho is comfortable all year long. Thunderstorms come often during the summer months. It is a country that is dependent upon agricultural work and mining with a strong tourism sector built to support the many adventures that can be found here.

While visiting Lesotho, be sure to take a lingering tour of the Kome Caves. These caves were actually homes that were built by the Basotho people, their way of trying to escape the tribes of cannibals that once roamed the region. They are about an hour’s drive from Maseru.

The Semonkong Falls are quite impressive. The total drop is over 200 meters. You can swim in the pond that forms below the falls if you wish, though in winter, the falls do ice over and the waters below freeze.

You can also trace dinosaur footprints during your stay, with well-preserved examples located around Morija and Moyeni. Consider the rock art around Liphofung Cave as well to get to know the culture better.

With pony-trekking, hiking, and skiing opportunities abundant, Lesotho is an outdoor adventurer’s paradise. Make your way here and you will be able to plan an amazing holiday experience.

City Guides

Click on a city for more information about the city, maps, tourist information, tours and what to see and do in the city.

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Maseru, capital of Lesotho

Maseru Travel Wiki Travel to Maseru In Sesotho, Maseru means “red sandstones.” Serving as the capital of Lesotho, this city was originally founded as a British police camp in 1869.  It is situated near the Mohokare River, which also serves as the country’s border with South Africa. The city has a couple of casinos for entertainment and the Basotho Hat Shop is a great place for souvenirs, but the real attractions of Maseru are of the natural type. During your stay, you’ll...

Travel resources

Below you can find usefull travel resources for your visit to the country

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Biggest City Lesotho

Facts about Lesotho, Biggest city What are the names of the largest cities in Lesotho, and how big are the cities by population. Easy overview of the informations in the sortable table below. Please note that the informations comes from various sources,if you are using the informations professional you should get confirmation that the figures are actual. Last update august 2017
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Geography and facts, Lesotho

Lesotho, geography and facts explained Geograhy, facts, local customs and foodie guide. All explained in videos 8 to 15 minutes, very good, informative and funny videos that will ensure you see the videos to the end. The videos are produced by Geography now, thanks for the videos and keep up the good work.

Lesotho Holidays

Lesotho Public Holidays See the calendars for national Lesotho holidays year by year. Find and just click on the year you for which you need more information about Lesotho holidays, and the calendar for the year will open. When is the non working days for the year. Public / national days, see the calendar for the country here.

News from Lesotho

News from Lesotho - Stay updated ! Watch and listen to news resources from Lesotho. There are several ways, radio, tv, written and social media, to stay updated on what is happening right now in the country, find some selected news sources in the menu below. If you have found a news source you think is missing, you can read or write comments and ask questions in the disqus field below. Other recommended news:

Travel forum Lesotho

Lesotho travel forum Discuss Lesotho travel with other travellers. Looking for advice, answers and information from Travel Forum guides ? Post your travel questions. You can read and write questions and answers, and you can recommend travel advice and things to do and see in the disqus forum field below.

Official holidays

When are holidays and no working days in the country ?

DateEnglish
January 1New Year's Day
March 11Moshoeshoe I's Day
VariableGood Friday
VariableEaster Monday
May 1Labour Day
VariableAscension Day
May 25Africa Day/ Heroes' Day
July 17King Letsie III's Birthday
October 4Independence Day
December 25Christmas Day
December 26Boxing Day
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Which are the largest cities ?

Listing of the most important and largest cities in the country

RankCityPop
1Maseru118.355
2Mafeteng 57.059
3Hlotse 47.675
4Maputsoe32.117
5Mohale's Hoek28.310
6Qacha's Nek25.573
7Quthing  24.130
8Butha-Buthe 16.330
9Nako 13.146
10Mokhotlong 8.809