-Picturesque

-Many nature reserves and national parks

Cane-farming

- Colorful culture and traditions of the inhabitants

- A pleasant climate

Swaziland is in the zone of tropical climate, humid. Clearly visible is the rainy season. It lasts from September to October and from March to April.

Throughout the country we have ever used with South Africa plains climate wschdnim. It means deszcowe humid summers and cold winters quite pleasant. From December to February temperatures exceed 40 degrees, then there are frequent storms. It should go in the period from May to August, then it is relatively najchłodniej

Culture of Swaziland is deeply influenced by ancient traditions and customs of the Bushmen and other families living in the area of Swaziland since the early Stone Age. The term 'Swaziland' simply means people Mswati.

Cultural identity of Swaziland and its people reduced to the tribe Dlamini. The royal clan is divided into three groups, ie. Nguni, Sotho and Tsonga. Currently, the population of Swaziland is the offspring of these groups.

afrochrześcijanie 47%, Protestant 15%, Roman Catholic 6%, animist 12%, others 20%

The social structure of Swaziland is characterized by a sharp division between rural and urban population, which in turn reflects a growing middle class. The different clans, which are inherent parts of the country's social structure is evaluated on the basis of their relationship to the king and the heads of state.

The main clan is the clan Nikos Swaziland Dlamini, who is the king. Another clans are regarded as "bearers of kings"

Ok. 20% of the population

Swazi language can be further divided into four different dialects, each of which corresponds to czterm country's administrative regions, dialects are: Hhohho, Lubombo, Manzini and Shiselweni.

Poles traveling to Swaziland do not have to have any visa. Permission to enter the country will receive at the border.

Embassy of Swaziland in Poland:

No diplomatic mission in Poland, a country nabliższa are:

Embassy of the Kingdom of Swaziland

Kastelsvej 19, DK-2100 Kobenhavn

tel. (0-0 45) 354 261 11 354 263 52 354 267 1963

fax (45 0-0) 354 263 2000

telex 15810 Swazi dk

E-mail: embassy@swaziland.dk

Polish Embassy in Swaziland:

There is no Polish diplomatic. Polish Ambassador in Pretoria (South Africa) is also accredited in the Kingdom of Swaziland

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If you stay to 60 days is not required to check-in. If you are going to be high in Swaziland we will need a temporary residence permit to get the immigration office in the capital.

Medical care in Swaziland is very low, especially in rural areas is very difficult to find. Doctors reserve the upfront payment.

Mbabame Clinic is well prepared to deal with minor problems. Most foreign tourists used the services of private doctors, often associated with larger hotels.

In urgent cases, which require specialized treatment, the patient can be transported to a hospital in South Africa.

Personal medicines may be imported into the country, but in cases where they are challenged by the medical note is required.

There is a very high risk of crime. Ranging from theft by pickpockets attacks until the car theft.

Threats: AIDS, malaria, Snail fever, rabies, tuberculosis.

Not recommended to be worn for valuables and important documents.

Do not get into the country by train.

Buses and mini buses from neighboring countries.

There are good roads from Johannesburg, Durban and KwaZulu.

At the border crossing jestmy must show your passport and visa (if required). There is also a road sign to pay taxes E5.

An entry tax is $ 7. Children under 3 years of age and transit passengers are exempt from it.

There is a fairly well-developed rail network.

There are many (not always safe) bus connecting the different parts of the country, including non-stop buses. Minibuses operate at a slightly shorter distances and have higher rates than buses.

The road network is fairly well developed, although they often lack street lighting. The main route from east to west is MR3. Some roads are very winding. Drive on the left.

maximum speed limit of 80kph (50 mph) on the open road and 60kph (37 mph) in built up areas.

International Driving Permit is required or national driving license (with photo).

Police also recognizes Polish, except that the tourists must also have a certified translation of the document into English.

There are many international car rental companies in Swaziland

Internet access is very limited. Apart from Mbabane, Manzini, Ezulwini Valley and Malkerns Valley is not what we expect to connect to the network.

Post offices in all major centers. Send a letter to Europe is not reliable and can last from two weeks to two months.

There roemingowe agreement with some network operators mobile phones, but the extent of the provinces is very limited

Lilangeni 1 = 100 cents

South African Rand is also accepted as legal tender.

Only a few ATMs accept international credit / debit cards. American Express, MasterCard and Visa are accepted in hotels and very good shops and restaurants.

Traveler's checks are widely accepted. Some banks will exchange travelers' checks, but to avoid the additional cost of the course, travelers are informed about them in euros, pounds sterling or U.S. dollars.

In Mbabane is a modern shopping complex, but local markets are very good alternative to shopping.

shop opening hours: Mon-Fri 08.00-17.00, Sat 08.00-13.00.

Typically, African trinkets, especially those made by the local population.

Noteworthy are the works of glass recycling factory, especially those purchased at local markets

The following items can be imported into Swaziland without incurring customs duty:

• 400 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250 grams of tobacco.

• One bottle (max 750) liquor.

• 284ml of perfume on the person.

• Free export of souvenirs and gifts.

Note: Married couples traveling together are entitled to free import for one person.

Hours banks:

Mon-Fri: 08.30-14.30, Sat 08.30-11.00.

Tourists are recommended to exchange currency before leaving the country of Swaziland.

There are several good hotels in Swaziland, primarily aimed at tourists from South Africa. Some of them are those of the international standard, but if you need to book well in advance.

There are too many designated kempingingów in Swaziland. However, camping in rural areas is permissible as long as long the license was issued by the local chief. Campsites are usually possible in nature reserves and other protected.

Several excellent bed & breakfasts can be found in Swaziland, often in colonial blocks. Non-European standartom doruwnują not, but the hospitality and delicious breakfast is the unmistakable advantage.

We expect much higher prices in high season (December-January, at Easter.)

Accommodation Information

Hotel and Tourism Association of Swaziland

PO Box 462, Oribi Court, Allister Miller Street, Mbabane H100, Swaziland

Tel: (40), 42218th

Main products are used in the food grown by the natives: maize, sorghum, citrus fruit, which is in the African countries have a single, unique flavor. Increasingly, we can meet in Swaziland to the processed products m.in. canned meat and fruit.

Large impact Portuguese cuisine (receipts from a nearby Mozambique), including seafood, especially shrimp, can be found in such dishes as the Big Bend. Other international food is one that is specific to India, Germany, Switzerland and France.

National specialties:

• Eating at local markets in particular, roasted corn on the cob (in season).

• Shrimp and other seafood cooked in a Portuguese style.

National drinks:

• There is a wide selection of spirits, beer and wine.

• Traditional Swaziland beer drunk in rural areas

Restaurants are located mainly in Mbabane and in tourist areas, such as the Ezulwini Valley.

from 10 to 15% of the bill is customary in restaurants and hotels.

- One of the most favorite things to do is visiting Swaziland, Piggs Peak. Piggs Peak is considered one of the most famous tourist attractions in Swaziland. Piggs Peak is a spectacular city forest, named after William Pigg, French prospector. Travelers visiting Piggs Peak

In the near Piggs Peak is a glass factory. Foreign tourists are permitted to collect a souvenir glass from the Ngwenya glass factory.

- Mkhaya Nature Reserve is located approximately 30 miles north of Big Bend. This reserve is home to a huge species of wild African animals including African antelope and zebra.

Simply traveling through the country is quite a picturesque attraction.

- Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary - situated in the center of Ezulwini Valley. Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary is an ideal habitat for many wild animals in Africa.

Tourists can encounter crocodiles, zebras, giraffes and antelopes visiting Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary.

- Hlane Royal National Park - the largest protected area in this country. You will find many species of wild animals like lions, elephants and white rhinos. This park also has many birds. One such well-known bird is the white copy of the vulture. You can ride a bicycle route.

- Malolotja Nature Reserve - another nature reserve in the country. This reserve occupies large areas of land. In this park you can come across beautiful waterfalls and valleys

- Maguga Dam - River Nkomazi.

March / April - Easter

April 19 - Birthday of King Mswatiego III

April 25 - National Flag Day

July 22 - Birthday of King Sobhuzy II

August / September - Festival of Dance Umhlanga

September 6 - Independence Day

December / January - Incwala

25 December - Christmas Day

The main centers of Mbabane and Ezulwini Valley, are night clubs and discos, some with live music, some are comedians. Attraction is a casino and a cinema

-Light, cotton clothing

-Hat

-Sunscreen

-Ocular visors

-Supply of essential medicines