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ZULULAND - KWAZULU NATAL
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| Zululand Attractions | KwaZulu Natal
Destinations and Attractions: The Zululand region abounds with wildlife in
famous, extensive reserves within easy reach of Durban. The area is rich in historical and
cultural significance. It was here that Shaka forged his Zulu Kingdom, and the last battle
of the Anglo-Zulu war was fought near Ulundi in 1879. Zulu kraals or villages in the
region display the traditional Zulu way of life to visitors. There are several exciting
traditional Zulu villages open to the public, Shakaland and Duma Zulu amongst them. |
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ZULULAND DESTINATIONS
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 Babanango |
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 Babanango: The name
Babanango translates as 'Father there it is', indicating the high hill which is a landmark
of the area. Originally part of a land grant to European farmers in 1885 by King Dinizulu,
Babanango remains a centre of agriculture and is ideally situated as a base for visitors
wanting to ... about Babanango » |
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| Empangeni |
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 Empangeni: Established in
1851 as a Norwegian mission station, the town's modern amenities serve the surrounding
sugar, timber, cotton and cattle farming communities. Historic landmarks nearby include
several homesteads and military strongholds of Zulu royalty, and the site of an early ... about
Empangeni » |
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| Eshowe |
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 Eshowe:
Eshowe is the oldest town in Zululand and is situated around the Dlinza indigenous forest.
Eshowe derives its name from the tranquil, whispering breezes blowing through the trees.
On a plateau protected from the sub-tropical humidity affecting surrounding areas, it was
for centuries a popular ... about Eshowe » |
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| Gingindlovu |
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 Gingindlovu: Originally
named Gingindlovu, meaning swallower of the Elephant in Zulu, by Cetshwayo when he won the
struggle with his brother Mbulazi over the Zulu throne, Gingindlovu is also on the Battlefields
Route in northern Zululand. Just 15 minutes’ drive from Eshowe, it is the site of
the 1879 battle ... about Gingindlovu » |
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 Hluhluwe: The little
village of Hluhluwe is in the heart of Zululand on South Africa’s east
coast, home to the Zulu kings Dingiswayo and Shaka, who allegedly prompted the very first
conservation laws and the oldest game reserve in the country - the Hluhluwe and Umfolozi
Game Reserve, established in 1895 ... about Hluhluwe |
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| Melmoth |
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 Melmoth: Melmoth, known as
the gateway to the Zulu Highlands, is a picturesque, little town just 200 km north east of
Durban and 90 km from the coastal town of Mtunzini. Referred to, in the SA edition of
Trivial Pursuit, as having the cleanest air in the country, Melmoth was a ‘gold
rush’ town, founded in ... about Melmoth » |
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| Mtunzini |
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 Mtunzini: Known as
‘the place of shade’, Mtunzini is a coastal town in Zululand, perched on a hill
overlooking the beach with a beautiful dune forest and an estuary lined with mangrove
swamp forest. The entire town was declared a Conservancy in 1995 and has received awards
for its commitment and ... about Mtunzini » |
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| Nongoma |
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 Nongoma: Nongoma,
considered one of the busiest little towns in rural KwaZulu Natal, lies north west of Hluhluwe
and is fast becoming a major tourist attraction, thanks to King Goodwill Zwelethini, who
makes Nongoma his home. Derived from the Zulu word, ngome - the mother of songs ... about Nongoma
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| Paulpietersburg |
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 Paulpietersburg:
The roots of this picturesque town in the foothills of Dumbe Mountain lie in a piece of
the then Transvaal Boer Republic surveyed in 1888. The demarcated land was named in honour
of Boer president Paul Kruger and Voortrekker hero Pieter Joubert. Paulpietersburg played
its ... about Paulpietersburg
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 Pongola: Pongola is just
270 km from the southern gates of the Kruger Park and tourist
attractions include local game farms and lodges, the Pongolapoort or Jozini Dam and a
local 9-hole golf course. Pongola lies on the N2, wedged between the Swaziland border and
the Phongolo River, meaning ... about Pongola » |
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 Richards Bay: The town
of Richards Bay lies at the sea edge of an ancient floodplain, almost halfway between
Durban and Kosi Bay and forms the tourist gateway to Zululand and Maputaland.
Richards Bay began its life as a makeshift harbour, set up by Sir Fredererick Richards,
after whom it is also ... about Richards Bay » |
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| Ulundi |
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 Ulundi:
The Zulu name, Ulundi, means "High Place". The town has become the political
center of the Zulu people. Ulundi lies at the hub of the old Zulu kingdom which lost its
independence to colonial expansion. The last battle of the Anglo-Zulu War was fought
nearby in 1879. The KwaZulu Cultural Museum ... about Ulundi » |
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 Vryheid: Even before
the town of Vryheid was created this rich cattle area was very sought after. Already in
1838, the Boers during the great Trek, fought the decisive battle of Blood River in this
area. During the Anglo-Zulu war, the major battles of Kambula and Hlobane happened here.
Close by any hopes of ... about Vryheid |
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ZULULAND ATTRACTIONS
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 South Africa's smallest and arguably most beautiful wilderness area is
Ntendeka, consisting of 5 250 ha of undulating grasslands, verdant forests and dramatic
cliffs with breathtaking waterfalls. Rivers and streams have formed deep valleys and the
varied topography has ... more » Ntendeka Wilderness » |
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| Pongola
Game Reserve |
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 The Pongola Game Reserve was first proclaimed in 1894 and is the second
oldest reserve in the world and the oldest in South Africa. It's a sanctuary to a large
variety of wildlife, including elephant, giraffe, wildebeest, zebra, impala, hyena,
buffalo, rhino and leopard ... more » Pongola Game Reserve » |
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 The Pondoro Private Game Reserve comprises a pristine malaria free
wilderness area of some 2500 hectares. Access to the reserve is restricted, enabling
guests to enjoy the exclusive experience of natural African bushveld with its abundance of
wildlife ... more » Pondoro Private Game rRserve
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| Zululand
Rhino Reserve |
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 Zululand Rhino Reserve: The Zululand Rhino Reserve was created in 1995 in a
strategic partnership between the World Wildlife Fund, Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife and property
owners, to provide a haven for the fast dwindling black rhino population. This has
culminated in the creation and ... more » Zululand Rhino Reserve
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| RICHARD'S
BAY GAME RESERVE |
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 The Reserve has remnant stands of swamp forest, the Thulazihleka Bird
viewing hide in small swamp and the Tidal Mudflats and shallows south of the Mhlatuzi
river. 00 species of birds have been recorded in these habitats including several rare
migrant species new to the list ... more » Richards Bay Game
Reserve. |
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| EMDONENI
CAT REHABILITATION CENTRE |
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 The aim of the Emdoneni
Cat Rehabilitation Centre is to care for wild Cheetahs, Serval Cats, African Wildcats
and Caracal (Lynx), which have been orphaned or injured in the wild and are in need of
care and rehabilitation. Join us for an up close and personal tour and learn more about
South Africa's endangered wild cat species. |
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