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XHARIEP REGION
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| Xhariep, Free State Destinations and
Attractions, Free State, South Africa: This is a region of vast grassy plains and
endless vistas, where the visitor can enjoy the open blue skies - star-studded at night -
and the fresh unpolluted air. The Gariep Dam is situated in the southernmost corner of the
region and offers excellent recreational facilities and opportunities for anyone wishing
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XHARIEP REGION DESTINATIONS
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  The Laurens van
der Post memorial garden is worth a visit, and John Varty, well known filmmaker and
conservationist, has established Tiger Canyons just 25 kilometres north
west of Philippolis on the Van Der Kloof Lake in the Karoo, where the tigers roam free,
and you get to view them from within a ... more » Philippolis Info
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 The arguments for a visit to Smithfield are
numerous. The incredible fresh air, star-lit evenings, peaceful surrounds of the little
town, which lies tucked neatly into the Maluti Mountains, and the almost sleepy ambience
are enough reason. But add to this the vibrant hospitality of the residents of ... more »
Smithfield
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 The little town
of Springfontein, lying in what is largely farming country, derives its name from an
artesian well on the original farm Springfontein. Despite the fact that the little farming
community today suffers from something of an inferiority complex and isn’t exactly
‘on the tourist map’ so to speak ... more » Springfontein Info
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 Gariep Dam Town:
The Town by the name Gariep Dam was built here during the 1960s, one of the youngest
villages in the country built to house the dam’s labour force and now a holiday
resort that serves the dam. The Gariep Dam nature reserve is a game haven on the northern
shore of the dam and the ... More » Gariep Dam
Town
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Edenburg |
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| Situated 83 kms south west of Bloemfontein,
Edenburg was established in 1862. This typical Transgariep town, nestled in the golden
prairies alongside the N1, is a properous sheep and cattle farming centre. |
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Jagersfontein |
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| Situated on the R706, 110 kms south-west of
Bloemfontein, along the diamond and water route. The town was founded in 1871 and has
retained the pristine individuality of a flourishing mining village of yesteryear. The
first diamond was found here by a farmer in 1870 about three years before Kimberley
started. The mine here is the oldest diamond mine of it's kind in the world and two of the
ten biggest diamonds ever found came from Jagersfontein. |
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Koffiefontein |
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| Situated on the R48, 140kms south-west of
Bloemfontein. This charming town is thought to have got it's name from transport riders
who often drank coffee here during their trips. A visit to Koffiefontein has the effect of
a journey through the pages of history into the present, with many reminders of the past
still able to be seen. |
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Petrusburg |
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| Situated on the R48, 80 kms west of
Bloemfontein. The town was named after Petrus Albert Venter whose estate provided the
money to the farm on which Petrusburg was established in 1891. The main activity is sheep
farming and the main crops are maize and potatoes. There are also numerous salt pans in
the district. |
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Trompsburg |
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| Situated 122 km south-west of Bloemfontein
alongside the N1. When the railway from the south reached this area in 1891, Trompsburg
was laid out on the farm Middelwater which belonged to Jan and Bastiaan Tromp. |
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Zastron |
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| At the end of the Highlands Route, the
pretty, town of Zastron lies in a prosperous agricultural district. Nearby, a striking
landmark, the "Eye of Zastron" is a hole nine metres in diameter in one of the
cliffs of the Aasvoelberg. Zastron has several historical monuments and fine examples of
sandstone architecture. From the caravan park in Eeufeeskloof, roads lead to view sites
high in the mountains. The caravan park is also the starting point of the two-day
Aasvoelberg Hiking Trail. The area is notable for its caves and Bushman paintings. |
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XHARIEP REGION ATTRACTIONS
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Gariep Dam |
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 Gariep Dam: Beautiful sunsets and the tranquillity of a vast
expanse of water make it a must for those seeking a retreat from the rush of
everyday-life. Boating and watersports are major attractions. Situated between the dam and
Bethulie, the Gariep Dam Nature Reserve supports ... More » Gariep Dam Info
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