mountains of Lesotho

1. Introduction
• Welcome to Lesotho, a land of breathtaking beauty and rich cultural
heritage.
• Explore the legendary fortress of Thaba Bosiu, witness ancient
rock art in the depths of Masitise Cave, and marvel at the
thunderous cascade of Thaba Qiloane.
• Immerse yourself in the serene landscapes of Thaba Moorosi and
conquer the summit of Thabana Ntlenyane for unparalleled
panoramic views.
• Get ready for an unforgettable journey through the wonders of the
"Kingdom in the Sky."

2. Tourism Attraction in Lesotho
• Thaba Bosiu
• Masitise cave
• Thaba Qiloane
• Thaba Moorosi
• Thabana Ntlenyane
• Kome caves

3. Thaba Bosiu
• Thaba Bosiu is one of the most special places
to visit during your Lesotho tour. It is
considered the birthplace of the Basotho
nation, and the country’s major historical
events have taken place there, and you can
also find the country’s major kings buried
there.
•
At the foot of the mountain, you will find the
recreation of a traditional Basotho village,
with its circular houses made of mud and a
museum that explains in more detail the
characteristics of this people who live in the
mountains of southern Africa. In addition,
there is an amphitheater where there are
often singing and dancing performances
typical of the Basotho culture.
• Thaba Bosiu is the most important historical,
spiritual and cultural site in the country. On
this mountain, King Moshoeshoe I established
his fortress in 1824 to protect his people from
the various wars, and founded what is now
known as Lesotho.

4. Kome caves
• The Kome Caves are a group of cave dwellings made out of mud in
the district of Berea, Lesotho 25 km east of Teyateyaneng.
• The caves are still inhabited by the descendants of the original
people who built the caves.
• The site has been classified as a National Heritage Site.
• The Kome Cave Dwellings, the Kome Cave Dwellings were built and
protected by Chief Teleka of The Basia(cat) Clan in the early 19th
century.
• The main purpose for the cave dwellings was to serve as a hideout
from adversaries during the drought in the late 18th century

5. Kome caves

6. Masitise cave
Masitise Cave House is
located in Quthing and
was built by Rev. David
Ellenberger a missionary
of the Parish Evangelical
Missinary Society, who
was invited to the place
by Chief Moorosi of the
Baphuthi.

7. Thaba Qiloane
• Other names for Qiloane are Qiloane,
latitude is -29.3511500, and longitude is
27.6829100.
• Popular things to do in Qiloane are art
galleries, climbing, abseiling, adventure
parks, boat rides, wildlife, festival, nature,
statues, parks, natural places, walking trails,
ranches, towers, gardens, forest, off-road
trails, lakes, hiking trails, walkways,
mountains, monuments, countryside,
cathedrals, shooting ranges, water sports,
hiking, adventure, slopes, historical sites,
valleys, rivers, hunting, swimming, caves,
events, shopping, theme parks, playgrounds,
scenic roads, national parks, horse trails,
nature reserves, music, secret, running,
churches, fountains, cemeteries, trail
running, biking in all Lesotho.

8. Mount Moorosi
• Mount Moorosi, including the Sebapala
Valley, is a town situated in
the Quthing region of Lesotho.
• This historical town is home to the cliff-
fringed fortress of Chief Moorosi who was a
thief in the 1850s. The Sebapala Valley is a
magnificent high mountain valley located on
the A4 road.
• A campaign against Chief Moorosi was started
in 1879 and led by the Baphuthi people.
• Together with the help of the residents
of Mount Moorosi, a wildlife conservation
program has been set up in order to help
protect the Bearded Vulture.
• All vehicles are able to visit the area via
the newly built tar road that connects Qachas
Nek in the East to Maseru in the South
Western.

9. Thabana Ntlenyane
Thabana Ntlenyana, which literally means
"Beautiful little mountain", is the highest point
in The Kingdom of Lesotho, a landlocked
country and enclave, entirely surrounded by the
Republic of South Africa.
It is also the highest mountain in southern
Africa (south of Kilimanjaro).
Thabana Ntlenyana is situated on the ridge of
the Drakensberg mountains near Sani Pass, a
spectacular mountain road that is a well-known
entry point into Lesotho from South Africa’s
Natal Drakensberg Park.
Lesotho is the only independent state in the
world that lies entirely above 1,400 metres
(4,593 ft), which you'll find out pretty fast if you
try to enter the country.

10. Events and activities
• The mountain range is host to activities including hiking trails, horse
trails, rock climbing, white water rafting, fly and trout fishing, golfing,
bird and game watching, safaris, and much more.
• In addition to regular activities, Mokhotlong hosts the annual High
Altitude Summer Marathon at the end of the year.
• The route runs through the Maloti Mountains and is characterized by
its views of surrounding mountains and villages.
• The route has many steep ascents and descents.
• There are also half marathon and 10k events, in addition to the full
marathon.

11. End of Presentation
• Visitors can explore the ruins of the fortress and learn about Lesotho's
history and culture.
• Visitors can take guided tours to admire the rock paintings and learn about
the cultural significance of the cave.
• Visitors can embark on hiking trails to reach the waterfall and enjoy the
picturesque scenery along the way.
• Visitors can partake in activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and
birdwatching while marveling at the spectacular mountain vistas.
• Adventurous travelers can embark on guided treks to summit the peak and
witness the breathtaking sunrise or sunset vistas.
• Thank you ladies and gentlemen
• By: Ntsoaki Kotsoana

12. References
• https://africanlanders.com/en/lesotho-en/lesotho-thaba-bosiu-the-
most-important-mountain-of-the-country/
• https://www.facebook.com/LimkokwingLesotho/posts/masitise-cave-
house-is-located-in-quthing-and-was-built-by-rev-david-
ellenberger/5732728576771894/
• https://www.lesotho-info.co.za/country/town/730/mount-
moorosi#:~:text=Geography%20and%20history&text=This%20historic
al%20town%20is%20home,led%20by%20the%20Baphuthi%20people
• https://www.summitpost.org/thabana-ntlenyana/637672
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kome_Caves