Geography
Lesotho is in Southern Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are -29.5, 28.5; it has South Africa.
Neighboring countries: South Africa
Africa
Lesotho
Lesotho is a country in Southern Africa. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Maseru
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Southern Africa
- Population
- 2.1 million
- Area
- 30,355 km²
- Currency
- Lesotho loti (LSL)
- Official language
- English, Sotho
- Calling code
- +266
- Internet TLD
- .ls
- Time zone
- UTC+02:00
Lesotho map preview: -29.50, 28.50
People and Culture
Lesotho uses English, Sotho in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Lesotho varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Lesotho is recorded with the official name Kingdom of Lesotho. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Maseru
- Southern Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Maseru
- Time zone data: UTC+02:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Lesotho is grouped under Africa.
- Lesotho has a listed area of 30,355 km².
- Lesotho is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Lesotho
What is the capital of Lesotho?
The capital of Lesotho is Maseru.
What continent is Lesotho in?
Lesotho is in Africa.
What currency does Lesotho use?
Lesotho uses the Lesotho loti.
What language is spoken in Lesotho?
English, Sotho is listed for Lesotho in this database.