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COSMOS COUNTRY

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Cosmos Country, Mpumalanga: Cosmos Country lies in the south western part of Mpumalanga against the Free State and Gauteng borders and includes the towns of Secunda, Delmas, Leandra, Bethal, Standerton, Balfour and Greylingstad. Known as the 'energy belt' of Mpumalanga, the Mpumalanga Cosmos Country region houses a number of power stations that supply energy to most southern African countries. Lively economic and agricultural activity take place in Standerton, Leandra and Balfour. The region is the centre of crude oil production in Southern Africa and it boasts the world's largest underground coal mining complex.

Despite the serious industrial activity, the Cosmos country has its own natural beauty. The open grasslands of this region transform into a kaleidoscope of colour with a carpet of cosmos flowers blooming in late summer, hence the name Cosmos Country. Visitors are also attracted to the region by the annual Potato Festival and the search for fortunes at a casino located in the area.
COSMOS COUNTRY DESTINATIONS
• Bethal • Leandra
• Standerton • Morgenzon
• Secunda • Balfour
• Delmas • Greylingstad
COSMOS COUNTRY ATTRACTIONS
• Grootdraai Dam
• Bethal Dam
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COSMOS COUNTRY DESTINATIONS
BETAHAL
Bethal: This farming and mining town in the Mpumalanga Highveld is renowned for the Potato Festival in May of each year. One of the chief attractions is the 3km potato sausage (a mixture of meat and potato) which is cut into portions and sold. Most popular, too, is the Potato Express steam train which travels ... more » Bethal
Standerton: Proclaimed in 1879 as a town and named after Commandant Adriaan Stander on whose farm it was founded, Standerton lies on the banks of the Vaal River. Of historical interest are the remnants of Chief Mzilikazi's kraal, Blaauwkop and the Dutch Reformed Church. The Grootdraai ... more » Standerton Info
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COSMOS COUNTRY ATTRACTIONS
POTATO FESTIVAL Mpumalanga Events

The National Potato Festival: The famous potato festival is held annually mid-April, in Bethal. This is where talent of different diverse cultures is showcased and promoted and of course, the Potato is celebrated. Events and actiities for the whole family, entertainment and more.  ... Potato Festival »

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