Lion Cave, Ngwenya Mine (Bomvu deposit), Ngwenya Mtn (Bomvu Ridge), Malolotja Nature Reserve, Hhohho Region, Eswatinii
| Regional Level Types | |
|---|---|
| Lion Cave | Deposit (Inactive) |
| Ngwenya Mine (Bomvu deposit) | Mine (Inactive) |
| Ngwenya Mtn (Bomvu Ridge) | Mountain |
| Malolotja Nature Reserve | Nature Reserve |
| Hhohho Region | Region |
| Eswatini | Country |
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Latitude & Longitude (WGS84):
26° 11' 33'' South , 31° 1' 49'' East
Latitude & Longitude (decimal):
Type:
Deposit (Inactive) - last checked 2020
Köppen climate type:
Nearest Settlements:
| Place | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Darkton | 1,281 (2012) | 4.5km |
| Mbabane | 76,218 (2012) | 17.2km |
| Bulembu | 2,260 (2013) | 27.1km |
| Mhlambanyatsi | 2,886 (2012) | 28.6km |
| Piggs Peak | 5,750 (2017) | 33.6km |
Mindat Locality ID:
342084
Long-form identifier:
mindat:1:2:342084:6
GUID (UUID V4):
ab9da880-6c7d-472f-9d72-d5b32158ce8a
The Lion Cave site is approximately 43,000 years old and was worked by the San peoples for ochres.
The site is culturally significant and protected.
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