Morija Arts and Cultural Festival
Photographer: Dirk Schwager
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| Country and Region | Lesotho — Maseru |
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| Type of Festival | Dance, Music |
| Location of Festival | Morija, Maseru, Lesotho |
| Festival Contact Information | Morija Arts and Cultural Festival |
| Festival Description | The Morija Arts and Cultural Festival was first held in 1999. The main objective of this festival is to bring people of different views and backgrounds together to celebrate the diverse cultural heritage of Lesotho. The intention of the festival is to provide a showcase of Lesotho culture, reviving certain aspect which are waning, boost tourism and to encourage craftsellers and small-scale manufacturers. It is an opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to demonstrate the richness of their culture and at the same time to experience the culture of neighbors and other residents. |
| Festival Dates | October 28 - 31, 2010 |
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Festival Story:
Each year the Morija Arts & Cultural Festival chooses a theme that com-plements its overall vision of nation-building and fostering a dynamic, forward looking culture, one that is united while affirming its diversity (Kaofela re chabana sa khomo).
Practical Info:
Tickets:
- Please note that TICKETS will only be sold at the Festival itself.
Accommodations in Morija:
- Morija Guest Houses
- Phone: +266 2236-0306, +266 6306-5093
- Email mgh@leo.co.ls
- Home stays ‘Mampopo
- Phone +266 5869-4324
- Home stays ‘Mapaballo
- Phone: +266 5802-1856
- Accommodations in Maseru or elsewhere visit
http://www.travel-lesotho.com, or Lesotho Tourism Information Office +266 2231-2427
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