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Indlovu Project
Through this amazing project so much had been achieved at the informal settlement of Monwabisi Park – a Montessori kindergarten, soup kitchen, community, health and youth centres, a backpacker hostel and Makazi’s Guesthouse – before a fire in December 2008 destroyed everything. The
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Naval Hill
This was the site of the British naval-gun emplacements during the Anglo-Boer War. Carved on the eastern side of the hill is a large white horse (akin to a Wiltshire horse) that served as a landmark for British cavalry during the war.There are good views from the top of the hill, w
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Marine Rehabilitation & Education Centre
Most of the worlds remaining 25,000 breeding pairs of endangered African penguins are found around Algoa Bay; they are threatened by currents pushing their food far out to sea, causing them to digest much of it before they get back to their chicks. At this centre, learn more from v
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Harold Porter National Botanical Gardens
These often delightfully empty gardens are well worth a visit. Paths explore the regions indigenous plant life – try the Leopard Kloof Trail, a 3km round-trip walk leading through fern forests and up to a waterfall. You’ll need to pay a key deposit (R50) and get your key and permit
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Dlinza Forest Reserve
When war approached, King Shaka is said to have hidden his wives in the thick swath of forest that now makes up this 2-sq-km reserve. There is prolific bird life – look out for crowned eagles (Stephanoaetus coronatus) , as well as a few walking trails, some of which are believed to
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Arts on Main
This multifaceted arts centre, occupying a former warehouse with a superb courtyard, has a mission to generate some cultural vibrancy in the Maboneng precinct. The once-dilapidated building has been transformed into a creative haven with cultural spaces, artists studios, galleries,
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The Springbok Experience
You dont have to be rugby crazy to enjoy this new attraction which celebrates the history of rugby in South Africa and, in particular, the trials and triumphs of the national team, the Springboks. There are several interactive displays (one purports to show whether youd make the gr
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St John’s Church
About 10km from Vaalwater on the Melkrivier road, turn right onto the Vierentwintigriviere road and, after 8.7km, turn left towards Naauwpoort – St John’s will be on your left. The ‘church of thatch and stone…whose quiet charm doth strike a lovely note’ (in the words of the poem by
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MTN Sciencentre
One of the best reasons for visiting this enormous shopping mall is this fun interactive science centre. There are displays here on everything from the science of sailing to the technology behind the controversial pebble bed nuclear reactor that is planned for nearby Koeberg. Check
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Michaelis Collection at the Old Town House
On the south side of Greenmarket Sq is the beautifully restored Old Town House, a Cape rococo building dating from 1755 that was once City Hall. It now houses the impressive art collection of Sir Max Michaelis. Dutch and Flemish paintings and etchings from the 16th and 17th centuri
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Mkambati Nature Reserve
North of Mbotyi and 30km south of Port Edward, lies the Mkhambhati Nature Reserve . The park encompasses 7720 hectares of grassland, dotted with forest and flanked by the Msikaba and Mtentu River Gorges, and supports a large array of wildlife. In future years, environmentalists hop
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McGregor Museum
This comprehensive museum warrants a visit of a couple of hours. It covers the Second Anglo-Boer War and South Africas role in WWI, and has an incredibly detailed timeline offering a one-stop lesson in South African history, alongside landmark events in Kimberleys past. Theres also
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Sibebe Rock
About 8km northeast of Mbabane is Sibebe Rock, a massive granite dome hulking over the surrounding countryside. Much of the rock is completely sheer, and dangerous if you should fall, but it’s a good adrenaline charge if you’re reasonably fit and relish looking down steep rock face
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Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
This reserve contains a vast range of wildlife, including lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes and giraffes. Day visitors are welcome for a variety of activities including three-hour wildlife drives (adult/child R420/210), horse riding (per hour R270) and elephant rides (R820). The
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We Are Still Here
Mosaic artists Lovell Friedman and Leora Lewis are the creators of this powerfully moving artwork just outside the Central Library. A mosaic of ceramic tiles forms the image of a child and is surrounded by drawings and written contributions from street children. Look closely and yo
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Cango Caves
Named after the Khoe-San word for ‘a wet place’, the Cango Caves are heavily commercialised but impressive. The one-hour tour gives you just a glimpse, while the 90-minute Adventure Tour (adult/child R100/60) lets you explore deeper into the caves. It does involve crawling through
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Amatigulu Nature Reserve
Slightly north of the Tugela River mouth, Amatigulu Nature Reserve is a delightful spot for those who might want to stay close to the city, yet experience forested, almost jungle-like, surrounds. The reserve itself has reedbucks, giraffes, zebras, waterbucks and kudus, and self-gui
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Rust en Vreugd
This delightful mansion, dating from 1777–8 and fronted by a period-style garden (recreated in 1986 from the original layout), was once the home of the state prosecutor. It now houses part of the Iziko William Fehr collection of paintings and furniture (the major part is in the Cas
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National Botanical Garden
Around 9km east of the city centre, these gardens cover 7700 sq m and are planted with indigenous flora from around the country. The 20,000-odd plant species are labelled and grouped according to their region of origin, so a visit is a must for keen botanists. Garden picnic concert
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National English Literary Museum
The collection here contains South African manuscripts, first editions and works going back to 1797, with all the famous writers represented. The collection is in storage; phone ahead if there is something specific you would like to see. In February 2016 the museum should be moving
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