Eastern Cape Provincial Article - South African Vacations

HISTORY AND ARCHITECTURE
Anglo-Boer War Memorial: The memorial commemorates the Boers who died
in the Anglo-Boer War.
Dutch Reformed Church: The pillars and portico of the church are similar to
those of the church in Cradock. Before it was installed in the Dutch Reformed
Church, the pulpit was used at the christening of Paul Kruger, the last
president of the Transvaal Republic (South African Republic).
Historical buildings: Several old buildings have been preserved in the town.
Hofmeyr Museum: Learn more about the history of the town at the Hofmeyr
Museum, in itself an interesting old building.
INDWE
Indwe is the Xhosa word for blue crane, the graceful birds that have made the
area around this town their home. The town lies at the foot of the picturesque
Stormberg Mountains. Dairy and sheep farming is the mainstay of the area.
ENTERTAINMENT AND SHOPPING
Water sport: The Doornrivier Dam is a popular venue for outdoor enthusiasts
who enjoy fishing, boating, bird watching and camping. The resort also offers
igloo accommodation, conference and barbecue facilities.
JAMESTOWN
This town was established in 1874 on the farm of one Johannes Jacobus
Wagenaar, fondly referred to as “James”, by his English friends. And, it is by
this nickname that the new town, situated on the banks of the Skulpspruit,
eventually became known. The primary activities of the area are wheat and
wool farming.
ARCHAEOLOGY AND PALAEONTOLOGY
San rock art at Buffelsfontein: Situated some 33 km south of Jamestown on
the N6 National Route to Queenstown, “the Friendly Route”, the Buffelsfontein
site is exceptionally long and has very distinctive paintings.
San rock art at Eldorado: The farm is near Jamestown, approximately 6 km off
the friendly N6 and the site consists of a large fresco of San rock paintings.
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