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Mopani - At the heart of Africa's Eden, this is the name given to the eastern lowveld and escarpment region of the Limpopo Province.
Slow-paced and peaceful, this corner of Limpopo takes its name from the bountiful mopani woodland found in the lowveld area.
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Another natural landmark is the valley that cradles the Olifants River, wending its way along the southern border of Limpopo through to the Kruger National Park.
The region is renowned for its abundance of wildlife (including the Big Five), craggy mountains, huge man-made and indigenous forests, trout streams and cascading waterfalls. |
The Mopani region provides easy access to the northern section of the Kruger Park. Including towns such as Phalaborwa, Tzaneen, Modjadji Kloof and Giyani, the area also boasts a plethora of historical, cultural and ethnic attractions.
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The contrasts in climate, scenery and landscape within this region are striking and dramatic. Highlights include Modjadji Cycad Reserve and the Big Hole open-cast mine in Phalaborwa.
Information and pictures provided by
Limpopo Tourism & Parks, copyright 2004. |
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