Eastern Cape Provincial Article - South African Vacations
Eastern Cape Provincial Article - South African Vacations
Eastern Cape Provincial Article - South African Vacations
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ARCHAEOLOGY AND PALAEONTOLOGY<br />
San Rock Art: One of the country’s longest galleries of San paintings can be<br />
found on the farm Dinorbin, between Elliot and Barkly East.<br />
FAUNA AND FLORA<br />
Thompson Dam Nature Reserve: Both a nature reserve and a holiday resort,<br />
Thompson Dam lies on the banks of the Slang (“Snake”) River. Visitors will<br />
particularly enjoy the breathtaking views of the Drakensberg Mountain Range.<br />
NATURAL WONDERS<br />
The Gilliecullem Falls: This 80-m waterfall where the Slang River tumbles over<br />
the cliffs, is a truly stupendous sight. Follow the hiking trail that links the top<br />
and the bottom of the falls.<br />
Rock formations: The imposing mountain scenery in this area includes rock<br />
formations with such imaginative names as “The Pillars” and “Giant’s Castle”.<br />
HOFMEYR<br />
Originally called Maraisburg, this town was established in 1873 and renamed<br />
after Jan Hofmeyr, a linguist and champion of the Afrikaans language.<br />
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