Swaziland: Essential Information
Full country name: Kingdom of Swaziland
Surface Area: 17,363 sq km
Population: 1.1 million
Capital: Mbabane
People: Swazi, Zulu, Shangaan-Tsonga and European
Language: Swati, English
Religion: Christian (60%), indigenous beliefs (40%)
Government: monarchy
Head of State: King Mswati III
Currency: Swaziland Lilangeni
Time Zone: GMT/UTC +2 hours
International Dialling Code: + 268
Voltage Requirments: 220/230V, 50Hz. Most sockets take plugs with three point pins.
When to Go: Winter, from June to August, is probably the best time. You'll get cooler temperatures (downright cold at night) in the eastern lowlands and warmer, drier weather in the highlands.
Passport / Visa Requirements: Few countries need a visa except Austria, France, Switzerland and Germany.
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