Joanna James
Located in Africa, Lesotho is quickly becoming a popular tourist destination and some of the most exciting times in the country take place when the country comes alive during different festivals and events that take place.
New Year is a day that the entire country comes alive with lights, music, dancing and food and enjoys the dawn of a new year. As Christians, they celebrate this day by going to church and keeping religion close to their heart.
Moshoeshoe's Day is a day of celebration that falls on the 11th of March. It is a day of remembrance for Lesotho's First king who passed away in 1870. His life and reign are celebrated on this day after many years of passing as he was responsible for the preservation of culture and traditions in Lesotho. He was also the king who established Christianity by welcoming European missionaries.
If you are staying in Lesotho during Easter, you will be able to see the city come together in peace and harmony for Easter celebrations. Avani Lesotho Hotel & Casino and most other hotels and resorts offer special Easter lunches and dinners for guests who wish to enjoy easter in traditional Lesotho style with authentic food and drinks.
The most popular cultural event in Lesotho is undoubtedly the Morija Arts and Culture Festival. This festival is filled with art, music, dance, crafts, singing, poetry, and theatre. The country comes alive with talented artists coming together to celebrate original creations from years ago mixed together with new creations.
Independence Day is an important day in Lesotho, which falls on the 4th of October. On this day, the country celebrates gaining independence from the British and being able to set up its own government and build as a nation. The traditional attire is worn on this day for events around the country and the Lesotho Royal Family will address the nation and will greet diplomats and visitors from other African Nations.
Lesotho Jass Festival takes place in December in the capital city annually. This is an event that is not to be missed if you love Jazz music. Musicians from around the world gather to perform at this festival and most people make it an event to spend time with family. This is an excellent meeting venue in Lesotho if you separated earlier during the day to go shopping and decide to meet back for the jazz festival.
Family Day, which falls in the early part of the year and the first week of March, is a much-awaited celebration in Lesotho. Family is celebrated in Lesotho as they believe that it is through family that good people are brought to the nation. Good habits and practices are inculcated in young minds through family and this day is celebrated in order to make everyone in the country understand the value of a family unit. People who work away from home go home to their villages and enjoy the day with their extended family with food and drinks.
Almost all citizens in Lesotho are Christians and Christmas is one of the most celebrated festivals in the country. The month of December is greeted with joy and happiness as Basothos prepare to celebrate Christmas during the entire month and prepare for the New Year.
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