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Soetdoring means a "thorn tree" which aplenty in free state.. Soetdoring nature reserve lies about 40 km from Bloemfontein on the main Bultfontein road.. there is alot to see and do here.. there are almost 15 picnic points near the Modder river which passes through the reserve and lots of games like zebras lots of species of boks, kudus, buffaloes and birds... there is a fenced area for lions also if one is interested they must plan early wednesday morning becuz lions are fed at 7.30 every wednesday morning and they come out of bush for food... entrance per vehicle is R 20.00 and they close the gate at 18.00 in the evening so one must come out before that.. there are braii places at all picnic spots and wood can be found in form of broken branches of the soetdoring trees all around..
Updated May 18, 2012
Maselspoort is located a mere 23km from Bloemfontein, and has been an accessible escape for the people of Bloemfontein since the 1930’s. A fisherman's paradise, Maselspoort offers a choice of leisure facilities. A range of leisure activities are available with casino, golf course, bowls and squash nearby.
The Modder River makes for the perfect place to spend a day relaxing … either pack a delicious picnic lunch to enjoy on the river banks, or try a slightly less lazy pursuit, and follow a hiking trail, horse ride or spend a few hours game viewing. All are available.
Written May 18, 2012
Almost everything instead of lion and elephant of Big 5.. one of the most richly wild and historical 2 hours drive from West Gate to the East... number of deer species as well as buffaloes, rhinos etc. but my main intention was to go and explore the historical ruins of Leghoya people who lived here almost 600 years ago.. unfortunately not much details about that big city of its time available at information center nor any map of different drives inside the park.. so over all experience has to be done by one's own sense of game and nature as well as history.. and most importantly just an hour drive from my Beautiful Bloemfontein..
Written May 18, 2012
About 3 hours drive from Bloemfontein lies this most picturesque landscape of Southern Africa. Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Maluti Mountains of the north eastern Free State lies the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The park derives its name from the brilliant shades of gold cast by the sun on the park’s sandstone cliffs, especially the imposing Brandwag rock, keeping vigil over the main rest camp.
This 11 600 hectares of unique environment is true highland habitat, providing home to a variety of mammals – black wildebeest, eland, blesbok, oribi, springbok and Burchell’s zebra - and birds, including the rare bearded vulture (lammergeier) and the equally rare bald ibis, which breed on the ledges in the sandstone cliffs. Ribbokkop, the highest point in the park, reveals a breathtaking tapestry of red, yellow and purple hues as its warm shades merge with the cool mountain shadows towards evening.
Written May 18, 2012
Rustfontein Dam Nature Reserve, a weekend playground for the people of Botshabelo, is 50 km east of Bloemfontein just off the Bloemfontein/Thaba 'Nchu road (R64). Braai and ablution facilities are located along the shoreline.
There are however, no shopping facilities and visitors must bring their own equipment and provision. Sailing skiing, windsurfing, angling; name any water sport and it is probably practised at Rustfontein Nature Reserve. Black wildebeest, blesbok, springbok and Burchell’s zebra frequent the plains where blue korhaan, secretary birds and longtailed widow birds are seen. Egyptian geese are usually present in large numbers on the dam. Yellowfish, mudfish, barbel and carp are popular angling species.
The surrounding countryside, with its tree-studded koppies and grassy hillsides, provides an attractive backdrop to this dam that water-sport enthusiasts have chosen as their playgroung. Angling and water sports are the main activities and angling competitions are held regularly.
Written May 17, 2012
President Brand laid the foundation stone for the Dutch Reformed church on 10 May 1878, and on 7 May 1880 the building was consecrated. The structure was notable for its twin spires, and is commonly known amongst citizens of Bloemfontein as the Tweetoring Kerk. Located in the Henry Street in the city center.
Written May 17, 2012
South Africa is administratively divided into four capital offices and Bloemfontein being the Judicial Capital of the country is a home to most Superior Court of the country. The Supreme Court building in Pres. Brand Street is said to have been built in a free Renaissance style. The old part was built with sandstone from Ladybrand and the newer eastern wing with sandstone from Ficksburg.
Written May 17, 2012
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Oliewenhuis Art Museum is a declared national institution with a mission to collect, conserve and exhibit works of art which represent the heritage of South African art. There is a short hiking trail in its fold which I have done once and in my blue days, those gardens were my safe heavens.
This Museum has been used by King George as his residence in 1947. As I mentioned earlier that I used to spend so much time here eventually whenever I felt blue as the Museum is located in one of the most magnificent gardens in the city, a large section of the property comprises natural vegetation bordering on the Museum grounds. It is the only museum of its kind in the Free State and one of the youngest art museums in the country.
Updated May 17, 2012
The Old Presidency is a beautiful Victorian style building in Bloemfontein. The Old Presidency building was built in the late 1800's and is now a museum for all to admire. Its also centrally located in Pres Brand street.
Updated May 16, 2012
Naval Hill or Franklin game reserve is worth a drive through. Set on a hill as it is, it not only provides a welcome respite from all things city, but also gives a bird’s eye view over the city. And the extremely modern Orchid House, which lies at the western foot of Naval Hill in Hamilton Park, lays claim to the world’s largest collection of orchids as well as Franklin game reserve is the only of its kind in the world to be inside the metropolitan area.
Written May 16, 2012
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