Eastern Cape Provincial Article - South African Vacations

FAUNA AND FLORA
Amalinda Nature Conservation Station: The 134-ha Amalinda Nature
Conservation Station is a breeding centre for fish, a nature reserve and a
research centre. The coastal forest is the natural habitat of many game
species. In addition to the wildlife, visitors can also enjoy angling and
picnicking.
Gonubie Nature Reserve: The wetland and coastal grassland of the Gonubie
Nature Reserve is a safe haven for many birds such as crowned cranes and
jacanas. The reserve is also recognised for the abundance of its indigenous
flora.
Nahoon River Estuary: Many indigenous species of wildlife have chosen the
fertile Nahoon River Estuary as their home.
Queens Park Zoo: Queens Park incorporates a 34-ha botanical garden
as well as a zoo with over 1 200 animals. The zoo lies between the city centre
and the Buffalo River. Pony rides and a refreshment kiosk provide some
added entertainment.
Umtiza Nature Reserve: A series of short nature trails has been mapped out
to allow visitors to explore the Umtiza Nature Reserve at their leisure. The
reserve lies 15 km from East London.
HISTORY AND ARCHITECTURE
Anglo-Boer War Memorial: A lifesize
statue of a horse, sculpted
by W Reynolds-Stevens, was
erected to honour the local men
who died in the Anglo-Boer War.
Calgary Museum of Transport:
The museum lies 13 km out of
town on the Stutterheim road.
The museum houses an
assortment of animal-drawn
vehicles, handcarts, wagons,
saddles and agricultural
machines, all used in the border
area at some time or another. A
blacksmith’s shop and gypsy
caravan are also included.
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