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Travelogue A journey through the Kingdom in the Sky You don’t have to travel far to see breathtaking landscapes, such as this one

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be a tiny landlocked country that maintains a seemingly quiet existence, but the Kingdom of Lesotho has a lot to offer those who travel within its borders. It is a country steeped in a rich history that has influenced the development of the rest of southern Africa. Its rugged terrain, majestic scenery and welcoming people give Lesotho a unique tourism offering.

Here are some moments captured while touring Lesotho.

Text | Arno Visagie Photography | Supplied

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A shepherd boy wearing a traditional Basotho blanket in front of his home in the mountains.

Given the harsh winter temperature, the Basotho blanket is an essential part of the locals’ attire

Don’t be intimidated by what you see. This boy is a shepherd.

In Basotho culture a shepherd should uncover his face when speaking to you

The preferred mode of transport throughout the country is the Basuto. The Basuto is a pony breed from Lesotho and SA. They are popular in the mountains

No, this is not the Swiss Alps. Dropping temperatures in winter cover the Maluti Mountains in snow.

They are also home to Afriski, the highest ski resort in Africa

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How to get there

Airlink offers daily flights between Johannesburg and Maseru. See flight schedule on page 78. www.flyairlink.com

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An early morning aerial view of Katse Dam. The dam is an important source of water supply for

Thaba Bosiu, known to locals as the Mountain of the Night.

In 1824, the father of the nation, King Moshoeshoe I, moved

neighbouring South Africa. The dam’s high elevation

his people to the mountain in order to escape their enemies.

allows a gravity flow delivery system to South Africa, in addition to hydroelectric power for Lesotho

The mountain was impenetrable and it was here that the Basotho nation thrived

Future leaders hard at work

Local musos welcome tourists with traditional song and dance

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