Flying Chariots of Lesotho.

The Flying Chariots of Lesotho are a group of 35,000-year-old rock paintings found in the

mountains of Lesotho, a small landlocked country in southern Africa. These paintings depict a group of human-like figures riding on what appear to be flying chariots, pulled by strange creatures with elongated bodies and large wings.

The paintings were first discovered in the 19th century by European explorers, but it wasn't until the 1950s that they were studied and documented by archaeologists. The paintings are believed to have been created by the San people, also known as the Bushmen, who were hunter-gatherers and the earliest inhabitants of southern Africa.

The Flying Chariots of Lesotho are unique in that they are one of the few examples of rock art depicting flying objects. The chariots are depicted as large, oval-shaped objects with wheels and a central pole, similar to traditional chariots used in ancient civilizations. The creatures pulling the chariots are also depicted with wings, which has led some to speculate that they may be representations of birds or other flying animals.

Some experts believe that the paintings may be a form of shamanic art, depicting a spiritual journey or ritual. Others suggest that they may be a form of storytelling, with the chariots representing a form of transportation or a symbol of power and status.

The Flying Chariots of Lesotho are not the only rock art in the region depicting flying objects. Similar paintings have been found in neighboring South Africa and Zimbabwe, suggesting that the concept of flying objects was important to the ancient peoples of southern Africa.

Today, the Flying Chariots of Lesotho are a popular tourist attraction and a source of pride for the people of Lesotho. They serve as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the country and the ingenuity and creativity of its early inhabitants.