LESOTHO IS A BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY WITH MANY TROURIST ATRACTIONS LIKE FALLS,PARKS AND MOUNTAINS

1. LESOTHO TROURIST
ATRACTION

2. INTRODUTION
Lesotho also known as the kingdom in the sky, is a beautiful country
with a variety of tourism attractions. Some of the popular attractions in
Lesotho include; Sehlabathebe national park, Tsehlanyane national
park , Maletsunyane national park, Maloti mountains.

3. MALETSUNYANE FALL
 This spectacular waterfall is one of the highest single
drop waterfalls in South Africa, plunging 192 meters
into a gorge below. It is located near the town of
Semonkong and offers breathtaking views and
opportunities for hiking and abseiling.

4. MALOTI MOUNTAINS
 Lesotho is known for its stunning mountain range, including the
Maloti mountain offer excellent opportunities for hiking, mountain
biking, and taking in the scenic of the country.

5. SEHLABATHEBE NATIONAL PARK
 This national park is located in the Southern part of Lesotho
and is the known for its rugged beauty, rocky outcrops, and
stunning vistas. It is a beat place for high, birdwatching and
experiencing the natural beauty of Lesotho in Qacha’ nek
district.

6. TSEHLANYANE NATIONAL PARK
 This park is located near the town of Butha Bothe district, this
national park is known for its diverse flora and fauna, including rare
indigenous species of plants and animals. Visitors can enjoy hiking
horse riding, and picnicking in this scenic park.

7. THABA BOSIU
 A historic mountain fortress that served the stronghold of king
Moshoeshoe I, the founder of the Basotho nation, it is a sandstone
plateau, at the histroric and spritiual heart of the sotho kingdom, in
Lesotho at Maseru district. Thaba Bosiu national monument is a
plateau situated in the Phuthiatsana valley, about 23km South east of
Maseru.

8. AFRISKI MOUNTAIN RESERVE
 Lesotho’s premier skiing and snowboarding destination, perfect for
adventure enthusiasts. Afriski is the only skiing resort in Lesotho,
location 30050m above sea level in the Maluti mountains, operating
in southern Africa near the northern border of Lesotho with South
Africa. It is one of only two ski resorts in South Africa.

9. HA KOME CAVE DWELLINGS
 Ha kome cave is unique rock shelters with traditional Basotho architecture and
ancient petroglyphs. Kome cave is made up with mud in the district of Berea,
Lesotho 25km east of Teyateyaneng. It has been classified as a world heritage site.

10. SANI PASS
 An iconic mountain pass that connects Lesotho with South Africa,
offering stunning views and a thrilling drive. Sani pass starts at its
western end at an altitude of 2876km ASL close to the Lesotho
border post and descends 1332 vertical meters to end on the tarred.

11. CONCLUSITION
 This attractions showcase the rich cultural heritage and natural beauty of
Lesotho, making it a must visit destination for travellers seeking unique
experiences.
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