- Address: Lesotho, Maseru, Manong Rd .;
- Year of construction: 50th years of the XIX century.
The central prison in Maseru is located in the center of the capital of a small state of Lesotho in South Africa. This is a small prison complex, consisting of several buildings. Founded in the early 50's. The construction of the prison was carried out by the prisoners themselves during the time of British colonization.
Central prison in Maseru as a tourist attraction
The object itself is difficult to call a landmark, as this is a correctional institution. A feature of the building is that its buildings are in the form of a cross, the shape of which is clearly drawn from a bird's eye view.
This prison is famous for its football stadium. Members of the famous African football team, which takes part in national championships, are the prison guards.
Prison conditions, like in many South African prisons, are severe and unfavorable, and cases of torture are known. The prison is overcrowded. HIV-infection is a common problem. The capital punishment is the death penalty.
The correctional institution contains both teenagers, women, and foreigners, but their percentage is small, about 5%. The bulk - the male population of South Africa. Since the construction, the prison has never been reconstructed or repaired. There were cases of shoots.
Where is?
Central prison in Maseru is located in the heart of the capital, 600 meters from the famous river Mohokare . The landmark is also the nearby large shopping center "Maseru Mall".
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