The Kingdom of Swaziland, also known for being Southern Africa’s landlocked monarchy, is home to a thriving culture, wildlife and nature reserves. One of the major drawcards for tourists throughout the year has to be the unsurpassed splendor of Swaziland’s scenery. I visited this remarkable country and took some time to appreciate some of the wonders unveiled from a couple of Swaziland’s prestigious locations. I entered the Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary and took a hike up to the summit of the illustrious Execution Rock, also known as Nyonyane Mountain. My group on our 3-4 hour hiking trail, stopped at the Nyakato viewpoint, where we took a few minutes to revel in the beauty of the Mantenga waterfall, Usushwana Valley and Sheba’s breasts. This 110m high granite rock exposes some of nature’s golden gems. We delved into some Swazi history by spending time at one of the largest San art displays hosted in the Nsangwini Rock Shelter. This historical site comprises of spiritual recordings and iconic moments dating back as long as 4000 years ago. Accompanied by the Nsangwini community members who manage and maintain the site, you will not only gain more historical insights, but also enjoy pristine views as you walk through the community. You might want to read this related article: My Epic Road Trip to Swaziland For visitors intrigued by abundant wildlife and incredible views, you can travel 10km outside Swaziland’s capital city, Mbabane to the world’s largest granite rock dome, Sibebe Rock. We embarked on a 1.5hrs –…
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