Lesotho
Mountain kingdom completely surrounded by South Africa, known as the Kingdom in the Sky
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Dumela! I'm Amy! Lesotho is a mountain kingdom inside South Africa. Maseru is the capital, and the whole country sits high in the sky.
Quick Facts About Lesotho
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Lesotho is a country completely surrounded by South Africa. It is called the Kingdom in the Sky because its lowest point is higher than any other country's lowest point. The capital is Maseru. People say "Dumela." Sesotho and English are the main languages, and the currency is the loti.
Mountains, farms, and flocks of sheep and goats shape life across the kingdom. Maletsunyane Falls is one of its famous landmarks.
Map of Lesotho
Flag of Lesotho
The flag represents the unique identity and heritage of Lesotho.
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✨Did You Know?
Lesotho is called the Kingdom in the Sky because its lowest point is higher than any other country's
Lesotho is completely surrounded by South Africa
People say "Dumela"
What Makes Lesotho Special?
Kingdom in the Sky
The whole country is high in the mountains.
Surrounded by South Africa
Lesotho is completely enclosed by one neighbour.
Farms and Flocks
People farm and raise sheep and goats.
Maletsunyane Falls
A famous waterfall in the mountains.
Dumela
Hello in Sesotho.
Maseru
The capital.
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