Eswatini is a country in Southern Africa, Africa. Its capital is Mbabane, with a population of approximately 1.2M and a total area of 17,364 km². The official languages are Swati / English and the currency is the Swazi Lilangeni (SZL).
Eswatini covers an area of 17,364 km² with a population density of 69/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $4.8B ($4,000 per capita) and gained independence in 1968. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.
Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) is one of the world's last absolute monarchies, ruled by King Mswati III. Each year, the Umhlanga Reed Dance sees up to 80,000 young women present reeds to the Queen Mother in a spectacular traditional ceremony.
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Eswatini's largest park — white rhinos, lions, elephants and hippos in pristine bush
Eswatini's first protected area — a tranquil reserve where hippos graze freely
The world's second largest exposed granite dome — 350m of smooth bare rock
The traditional and legislative capital — site of royal ceremonies and national museums
The capital of Eswatini is Mbabane.
The official language(s) of Eswatini are Swati / English.
The population of Eswatini is approximately 1.2M.
Eswatini uses the Swazi Lilangeni (SZL).
Eswatini is located in Africa, in the Southern Africa region.
Eswatini has a GDP of $4.8B, with a GDP per capita of $4,000.
The best time to visit Eswatini is May–September. The climate is Subtropical, dry season May–September.
Visa-free for most Western nationalities
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