population: 0.018 million

extension: 1.4 square kilometers

Museums

If you're in Hlatikhulu and interested in visiting museums, a great place to visit nearby is the Eswatini National Museum in Lobamba. It features exhibits on Swazi culture, history, and natural history. Other museums in the area include the National Trust Commission of Swaziland Museum in Mantenga and the Swaziland Railway Museum in Matsapha.

Food

Unfortunately, I don't have access to specific information about the most recommended, popular, and typical dishes in Hlatikhulu specifically. However, some popular Swazi dishes that are enjoyed throughout the country include:

1. Sishwala: A thick porridge made from ground maize or sorghum, which is a staple food in Swaziland.

2. Emasi emabele: A sour milk drink made by fermenting sorghum meal with milk.

3. Tinkhobe: Cooked dried pumpkin leaves that are mixed with peanuts, beans, or meat.

4. Incwancwa: A stew made with groundnut flour, beef, peppers, onions, and tomatoes.

5. Sishebo: A meat-based stew usually served over pap (maize porridge).

6. Biltong: Dried, seasoned strips of meat that are often used as a snack.

7. Mageu: A fermented drink made from maize meal that is sweetened and flavored.

Activities

As Hlatikhulu is a small town, locals often enjoy spending time outdoors with their family and friends. A popular activity is hiking or walking in the nature reserves around Hlatikhulu such as Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary or Malolotja Nature Reserve. Other activities that locals enjoy include attending traditional Swazi festivals and events like Umhlanga (Reed Dance) and Incwala (First Fruits Ceremony), visiting local markets to buy handmade crafts and fresh produce, and trying Swazi cuisine at local restaurants.