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Lejweleputswa Destinations and
Attractions, Free State, South Africa: It is being said that one could come to
Lejweleputswa for a hundred holidays and have a totally different experience each time.
The proud history and heritage of the region will take you on a journey to a variety of
landscapes, richly endowed with diverse cultures and peoples. Situated in the heartland of
South Africa’s agricultural belt, mine shafts now guard the horizon where once
antelope roamed.
Escape to the unforgettable experience of descending into the depths of Mother Earth in a
local gold mine, or explore the countryside from a steam train. Enjoy a taste of rich
wildlife of Africa at a local game reserve with the comforts of a modern, vibrant city
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LEJWELEPUTSWA - DESTINATIONS
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  The typical
little Free State
town of Ventersburg lies between Bloemfontein
and Kroonstad on the main national road in the north western part of the Free State. It is
the only town in the Free State through which the N1 passes, and also serves as an
agricultural centre for the surrounding farms ... More » Ventersburg
Info
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 The quaint maize farming town of
Wesselsbron lies about 75 kilometres south of Bothaville - worth mentioning as together
they fall into what is known as the “maize triangle”, an area dominated by
fields of corn and sweet corn that lend credibility to the Free State’s reputation as
the “bread basket” of ... More » Wesselsbron Info
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 Laid out in 1947, the attractive garden
city of Welkom lies at the centre of the Free State Goldfields. An industrial giant,
Welkom is one of the few cities in the world in which residential, mining and industrial
areas blend harmoniously. Welkom has good shopping malls and restaurants, an airport ... More » Welkom Info
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Bothaville |
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| The town lies on the banks of the Vals River
where boating, fishing and swimming are popular. Game auctions (among the most important
in the country) are held regularly on the farm Syfergat. The district produces maize in
large quantities. Near Bothaville, the NAMPO Farm attracts more than 20 000 visitors every
year. This is one of the largest private agricultural show centres in the world. The Maize
Board has a permanent exhibition on various aspects of the maize industry at the farm. |
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Bultfontein |
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| Bultfontein was established in 1874 on one
side of the farm Kameeldoorns, with Hoopstad on the other. The Sand-Vet irrigation system
waters this farming district |
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Christiana |
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| Gripped by diamond fever in the 1870s,
Christiana is a popular stopover between the Reef and Cape Town. Offerings include hot
mineral springs, a well-stocked game reserve and excellent angling opportunities. A point
of interest at Stows Kopje nearby, are the prehistoric rock engravings which were declared
a national monument. |
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Hoopstad |
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| In the heart of South Africa's richest maize
producing district, Hoopstad is an important link to and from the Sandveld Nature Reserve,
Bloemhof Dam, Welkom and the North West Province. |
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Virginia |
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| Despite its rapid progress following the gold
discoveries of the 1940s, the second largest city in the Central Free State has remained a
beautiful, tranquil city enhanced by lovely gardens. The Sand River, on which it is set,
is ideal for boating, water-skiing, fishing and swimming. A hiking trail along its banks
is much frequented by bird-watchers. Nearby, a small game sanctuary supports a variety of
antelope. |
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LEJWELEPUTSWA - ATTRACTIONS
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Willem Pretorius Game
Reserve |
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 Willem Pretorius Game Reserve: The Willem
Pretorius Game Reserve is situated in the heart of the Free State with the Allemanskraal
Dam forming the central part. The reserve itself covers some 12 005ha with a great variety
of game and bird species. The great variety of game and bird species is not ... Willem Pretorius Game
Reserve
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Sandveld
Nature Reserve |
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 Regarded as the
Free State’s top birding spot, Sandveld Nature Reserve lies on the Free State side of the
Bloemhof
Dam roughly 200 kilometres northwest of Bloemfontein.
Interestingly, the Bloemhof Dam lies where the Vaal and Vet Rivers meet, right on the
border between the Free State and ... Sandveld Nature Reserve
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Soetdoring Dam Nature
Reserve |
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 The canopies of
many sweet thorn trees growing along the Modder River provide protection to game, small
mammals, birds and smaller trees and shrubs alike, while beautifying the banks of the
River. This is mainly an area for water sports. Visitors tend to be ... Soetdoring Dam Nature Reserve
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