Drakensberg
mountain range in South Africa
Drakensberg (derived from Afrikaans Drakensberge, literally: Dragon mountains) is the highest mountain range in Southern Africa. The highest peak is in Lesotho, where they are called Maloti. The drakensberg are also known for their many waterfalls, and cave paintings done by the San people.UKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park, which was created in 2000, is an UNESCO World Heritage Site which covers part of the range.
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| Highest point | |
| Peak | Thabana Ntlenyana |
| Elevation | 3,482 m (11,424 ft) |
| Coordinates | 29°23′S 29°27′E / 29.383°S 29.450°E |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 1,000 km (620 mi) SW to NE |
| Naming | |
| Etymology | Dragon's Mountain (modern day) and Crazy Carriers Mountain from Voortrekkers (historical) |
| Native name | |
| Geography | |
| Countries | South Africa and Lesotho |
| Geology | |
| Type of rock | Basalt and Quartzite |
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