This small country is no bigger than 200km north to south and 130km east to west, and is one of Africa's remaining monarchies.
This landlocked country full of culture is bordered by South Africa and Mozambique. The main language spoken in Swaziland is siSwati, although English is spoken as a second language. The people of Swaziland will welcome you with nothing but tons of smiles and waves making you feel right at home.
Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary will give you the opportunity to wander through the peaceful wilderness bringing upon you the feeling of relaxation and appreciation.
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The annual reed dance shows off the Swazi culture as thousands of Swazi maidens show up in their traditional attire. The maidens who show up have to be childless and unmarried before they have the opportunity to honour the Queen mother. The Reed dance will last up to eight days, where the aim is to preserve the maiden's chastity, |
| provide tribute labour to the Queen mother and produce solidarity by working together. |
The rainy season usually occurs between December and April, while winter is from May to August, and one can experience cooler drier weather from September to November.