A mountainous country with a temperate, alpine climate and the highest low point of any country in the world (lowest point 1400m above sea level.)
Basothos culture is reflected in symbols like the traditional Mokorotlo hat and their Wool blankets.
The economy relies heavily on agriculture and textile manufacturing. The garment industry, which exports significantly to the U.S., has made Lesotho the "denim capital of Africa".
Founded by Moshoeshoe I in the 19th century and remained independent until becoming a British protectorate before its independence in 1966. It is a constitutional monarchy with King Letsie III as the monarch and a Prime Minister leading the government.
Interesting facts:
It is one of the three sovereign enclaves in the world, similar to San Marino and Vatican City.
The Letseng diamond mine, though producing few stones, yields diamonds with the highest dollar value per carat globally.
The national motto is "Peace, Rain, Prosperity" in Sesotho.
Total Size: 30,355 square km About the size of Brandenburg in Germany 🇩🇪
General Terrain: mostly highland with plateaus, hills, and mountains
Geographical High Point: Thabana Ntlenyana 3,482 m
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