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The tranquil atmosphere of the Northern Freestate comes alive in the summer months with sunflowers; while mealie, wheat and grainlands are surrounded by the pastel colours of vast cosmos fields. Enroute the numerous hiking trails in this region are undamaged Bushmen rock paintings and the remains of kraals of the indigenous tribes that once inhabited this area. |
The Vaal Dam is South Africa’s largest dam and has its own island, almost 5km long, which hosts the “Round the Island” yacht race. According to the Guinness Book of Records this yacht race is the world’s largest inland regatta. The dam hosts a number of other events including Keelboat week, the Bayshore 200km jetski race and the Bayshore Marine Vaal Dam Treasure Hunt. |
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The picturesque town of Parys on the Vaal River was once compared to the French city of Paris. A magnificent visiting place with interesting walk-in shops and an art route. Madiba Africa is local high quality art available in this small rural tourism town. Parys is the gateway to the Vredefort Dome, the oldest and largest meteorite structure in the world. |
Kroonstad is the 3rd largest town in the Freestate, located on the Vals River it draws many watersport and angling enthusiasts.
Two private game reserves in the area allow visitors the opportunity to go on game drives at Nooitgedacht or hunting at Boskoppies. The town is also renown for the Festival of Lights held over the last 3 weeks of December. Sasolburg was founded in the 50’s with the establishment of Sasol. Although this is now an industrial region it is still very attractive and rustic. |
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