Its claims to fame are numerous and include a heritage walk, a history that dates back to the 1880s gold-rush in South Africa (it played such a big role in the time of gold fever that it had its own stock exchange) and it’s the home of Sir Percy Fitzpatrick, author of Jock of the Bushveld. This yet undiscovered historical mining town lies in the valley below Kaapsehoop (if you stand at Adam’s Calendar you overlook it). Think quaint hilltop town, add a cheerful local pancake operation, a couple of interesting hikes, and a few places to overnight, and you get an idea of what to expect.
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It isn’t just the rich history of Kaapsehoop that makes a visit worthwhile, it’s also the wild horses that roam free in and around town.Įndangered blue swallow sightings are merely a cherry on the top, and if you like mystery then the ancient stones of Adam’s Calendar on the plateau alongside town are a must-do. Perched up on a plateau above Nelspruit, the little hamlet of Kaapsehoop is something of a Brigadoon – emerging out of the mists that tend to shroud the local forestry plantations in the area. These towns deserve exploration for their beauty, simplicity and character… Here are 8 of the best small towns of Mpumalanga (in no particular order) Mpumalanga, which in Zulu means the place of the rising sun, has an extensive network of little towns in amongst its green valleys, citrus groves, mountains and myriad waterfalls. Yet so many make the mistake of passing through the country’s smallest province without exploring the byways and back roads beyond the Kruger’s boundaries. Its main attraction is the southern section of the Kruger National Park, but its sub-tropical weather, unbelievable scenery, and the Blyde River Canyon are the other reasons for visitors from all over the world.
Mpumalanga lies between Johannesburg and the kingdoms of Swaziland and Mozambique.
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