Lesotho is the highest country in the world as the entire country is situated above 1,400m (3,280ft.) About 80% of the county lie above 1,800m (5,906ft).
The economy in Lesotho is mainly driven by manufacturing, agriculture and tourism. The main agricultural produce in Lesotho include corn, wheat, pulses and sorghum.
Lesotho is in Southern Africa, with a population of 2.11 million people. Its capital is Maseru, and their currency is Lesotho Loti. The official languages in Lesotho are Southern Sotho and English.
They celebrate many holidays including:
- New Year’s Day (Jan 1)
- Moshoeshoe I’s Day (Mar 11)
- Good Friday (Date Varies)
- Easter Monday (Date Varies)
- Worker’s Day (May 1)
- Ascension Day (Date Varies)
- Africa Day (May 25)
- King’s Birthday (Jul 17)
- Independence Day (Oct 4)
- Christmas Day (Dec 25)
- Boxing Day (Dec 26)
It has one world heritage site which is Maloti-Drakensberg Park.
It also has two national parks:
Want to learn more? Check out Lesotho’s tourism website!
Also check out the Lesotho National Museum.
Fun activities to do
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