Eswatini

Eswatini is one of Africa's remaining monarchies and is renowned for its cultural traditions.

Country

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Useful facts for planning

Guide type Country

In this guide

Why go

Capital: Mbabane (administrative) • Lobamba (royal & legislative)

Currency: Lilangeni (SZL)

Languages: siSwati & English

Best time: May–Sep

Weather: Subtropical; mild highlands and warmer lowlands

Top attractions: Mlilwane • Hlane Royal National Park • Mantenga • Ezulwini Valley • Malolotja

Nature: mountains • savannah • wildlife reserves • waterfalls • river valleys

Quick fact: Eswatini is one of Africa's remaining monarchies and is renowned for its cultural traditions.