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Swaziland is a beautiful tiny kingdom
surrounded by South Africa to the north, south and west and Mozambique
to the east. The traditional society of the Swazi is part of the
attraction of the country and the many colourful ceremonies and
characteristics of the people prove fascinating.
The Ezulwini Valley situated between Mbabane, the capital, and Manzini,
the main commercial centre, is the central focus of the nation. The
green hills and mountains surrounding, overshadow the country's
Parliament and Royal Palace. Luxury five star international hotels rub
shoulders with humble traditional residences and the scene is very
African.
The green mountains of Malolotja, which are often mantled in mist are
spectacular and the best way to explore this region and the broad Usutu
River valley, is on horseback. The green hills and mountains
of the west give way to a more rugged and hot landscape as you move east
and the eastern area of the country, under the bulk of the Lebombo
Mountains, is savanna and bushveld and the the location of Swaziland's
premier wildlife reserves such as Royal Hlane, Mlawula and Mkhaya.
Swaziland's road network is good and it is easy to access most areas in
the country. Regional air access is via Johannesburg (South Africa),
Maputo (Mozambique), Maseru (Lesotho) and Harare (Zimbabwe). |
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