4K Driver View : Driving prettiest road in Lesotho from Roma to Qacha's Nek : A5

Описание: The A5 road is situated in the highlands of Lesotho, a country known for its mountainous terrain and high altitudes. This makes the road quite scenic but also challenging, especially during adverse weather conditions such as heavy rains or snow, which can affect travel. The stretch of the A5 road between Roma and Semonkong in Lesotho spans a distance of approximately 65 kilometres. This scenic route takes you through the highlands of Lesotho, showcasing the country’s rugged terrain. (The text is copied from https://www.carmag.co.za/news/south-a... )

At its highest altitude, the road reaches its highest point at around 2 400 metres above sea level, as it traverses the mountainous landscape. This occurs at certain sections of the route, where the road cuts through the foothills of the Maluti Mountains. Lowest Altitude: The lowest point along this road is around 1 800 meters above sea level (which is around the altitude of Johannesburg), in the valleys near Roma and just before entering Semonkong.

The A5 Road in Lesotho, also known as the Mafeteng–Qacha’s Nek Road, has a rich history of local development and international cooperation. Initially, it was a key infrastructure project aimed at improving accessibility to remote areas. Italian missionaries played a significant role in the 19th and 20th centuries, enhancing infrastructure in Southern and Eastern Lesotho to support education and religious activities. In recent decades, China has been heavily involved in modernizing and expanding the road, as part of its broader efforts to support African development. Today, the A5 Road is a vital transport link for Lesotho but beware, dirty sections on off of the normal line can be detrimental for traction, as can massive potholes dappled along the way. The route also has a knack of placing sharp turns just after completely blind crests.

0:00 Roma to Ramatlabama
5:04 Ramatlabama to Semonkong
13:55 Semonkong village and lodge
18:10 Semonkong to Seferong
26:55 Seferong to Qacha's Nek border

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