Quthing

Quthing, town, southern Lesotho. The surrounding area, which borders South Africa (southeast and west) and the Orange River (north), is predominantly agricultural (with subsistence farming of wheat, corn [maize], and sorghum) and pastoral. Livestock (sheep, cattle, and goats) raised in the area produce wool and mohair for export. Nearby tourist attractions include preserved dinosaur tracks and examples of San rock art. Quthing has a hospital and is connected by road to Maseru, the national capital, 80 miles (130 km) north. Pop. (2006) 20,084.