- Estuary: Orange;
- Length: 480 km, 200 km on the territory of Lesotho;
- Countries: South Africa, Lesotho.
The Mohokare River is one of the most important rivers for the kingdom of Lesotho , as it flows through the entire state. Thanks to the waters of this river, the lands of the Basuto people are distinguished by their fertility, they are easy to cultivate and they do not need additional irrigation. A remarkable river is that it is on its banks that the natural boundary between the states of Lesotho and South Africa passes.
Geography
The origins of the Mohokare River are in the Drakensberg Mountains at an altitude of about 2,100 m above sea level. The beginning of the river falls almost to the extreme northern point of the state of Lesotho, from where it further descends along the south-western border of the kingdom from South Africa to the region of Mabots. Here the river completely passes to the territory of the South African Republic, where it subsequently merges with the waters of another river - Orange . It is noteworthy that in South Africa the Mohokare River has another name - Caledon. The total duration of the river is 480 km, 200 km of which falls on the territory of the Kingdom of Lesotho.
What to see?
The Mohokare River is the main source of freshwater for the capital of the kingdom of Lesotho Maseru . One of the notable places on the river is the border bridge across it in the Maseru region, along which the two states are delineated. The bridge was built only in 1905 and it still functions. The bridge also includes part of the railway line on the road between Lesotho and the Republic of South Africa.
Where to stay?
You can stop in the capital of the kingdom in the hotel chain Avani Hotel. The network is represented in Maseru by two hotels:
- Avani Maseru Hotel 5 *;
- Avani Lesotho Hotel & Casino.
If the placement in the first of them can cost you $ 100, then for a double room in the second one you will have to pay at least $ 130. Free parking is provided at the hotels, free Wi-Fi is available for guests, and there is also a swimming pool, a gym or local and European cuisine in the restaurant.
Mpilo Boutique Hotel is another premium hotel located in Maseru. Price per night here is from $ 110. More economical accommodation can offer Molengoane Lodge, the price for a standard accommodation here is only $ 60.
The most economical options can boast only the local Guest House, which will not be able to offer you anything except a small room with a bed. The most popular in Maseru are Scenery Guest House and Villadge Court Guest House. The price for accommodation in standard rooms of such Guest House will be $ 50 and $ 40 respectively.
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