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    The Kingdom of Lesotho has a population of over 2 million people, with its capital and largest city being Maseru. Lesotho has a mountainous climate and terrain, with snow common in the winter. It imports water to other African countries and its economy relies on industries like textiles, agriculture including crops like corn and wheat, and mining diamonds and minerals. Popular tourist attractions include hiking and horse trails in the Drakensberg and Maluti mountains, as well as the only ski resort in Africa. Lesotho gained independence from Britain in 1966 and is currently a parliamentary democracy led by a prime minister.

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    The Kingdom of Lesotho has a population of over 2 million people, with its capital and largest city being Maseru. Lesotho has a mountainous climate and terrain, with snow common in the winter. It imports water to other African countries and its economy relies on industries like textiles, agriculture including crops like corn and wheat, and mining diamonds and minerals. Popular tourist attractions include hiking and horse trails in the Drakensberg and Maluti mountains, as well as the only ski resort in Africa. Lesotho gained independence from Britain in 1966 and is currently a parliamentary democracy led by a prime minister.

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    The official name is Kingdom of Lesotho Population of 2,016, 823 people Capital city is Maseru population of 227,880 Current currency is Lotis. one dollar is equal to 8.04 Lotis They speak English, Sesotho, Zulu. Their religions are Christian, and traditional beliefs.

    Climate
    Lesotho is cooler than any other country in Africa Summers are warm Winters sometime drop below 0 degrees Snow is common in low spots and deserts Higher peaks can experience snow all year long

    Resources
    Imports water to Africa Main economy from diamonds and minerals Agricultural recourses include mushrooms, corn, wheat, sorghum, barley, peas, beans, wool, and livestock. Industrial resources include apparel assembly, textiles, constructions

    Attractions and sites


    Drakensberg and Maluti mountains for hiking and walking trails are very popular. Pony trekking. Basotho ponies can take visitors into areas not accessible by road. Skiing at Oxbow. Only ski resort in Africa Sehlabathebe National Park has beautiful sights. Horse and mule rides are available.

    History Founded in October 4, 1966 Parliamentary form of government, with the Prime Minister as head and with executive authority. The prime minister is Pakalitha Mosisili King Moshoeshoe II goes into exile after the king refused to approve the replacement. His son was sworn in as Letsie III. The king died in a car crash years later

    Fun facts It is the only country in the world that lies entirely above 4,593 feet in elevation. Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) is designed to capture, store, and transfer water from the Orange River system to South Africa and greater Johannesburg area. Only country completely surrounded by a single country There is a dinosaur called Lesothosaurus mountain lodges rely on generators for their energy

    Economy Almost 50% of the population earn income through crop GDP per capita is $2,500 There poverty line is at 40% Unemployment at 40% Lesotho has highest literacy rate in Africa at 82%

    Bibliography Worldatlas.com CIA.org Wikipedia.com Worldvision.org

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