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The Baobab tree features as the Tree of Life in Disney's "Lion King", and is the centrepiece in Disney's Animal Kingdom. |
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The N1 traverses South Africa from Cape Town in the south to the Beit Bridge border post with Zimbabwe in the north. Travelling the distance of 1922 km you drive through a wonderland of sceneries. The Cape with
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and beauty. The semi-desert land of the Karoo giving way to the
Free State with its rolling hills and wide golden plains. Gauteng, place of Gold, is home to our greatest cities. Limpopo
has diverse landscape from bushveld and savannah to sub-tropical forests.
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| From the Editor |
Welcome to the first edition of Africa Adventure Travel™ News, bringing you, the traveller, interesting bits of information on Southern and East Africa. We've got it all, abundant wildlife, beautiful beaches, year-round sunshine, superb facilities for holiday, sport and business.
Any suggestions or questions relating to travel? I would love to hear from you.
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| Yours in Travel |
| Mandy Howorth |
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The Breede River Valley is an area of magnificent views and panoramic landscapes. It is also the home of the KWV Brandy Cellar, one of the largest cellars in the world. |
The Karoo, a semi-desert, is home to over 9000 plant species. This ancient, fossil-rich land
hosts some of the worlds most important archaeological sites. |
The Soutpansberg is one of 4 regions in Limpopo, South Africa’s most northern province. It has spectacular scenery and is rich in wildlife, history and culture. |
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Mammals of Africa |
Trees of Africa |
Birds of Africa |
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| Lions are the only true social cats living in groups called a pride and the most powerful of the African predators. Their roar can be heard over a distance of 8-10 km. |
The Baobab can grow up to 25 meters and can live for several 1000 years. In the wet months water is stored in its fire-resistant trunk for the nine dry months ahead. |
The Lappet-faced Vulture is the largest of the African vultures with a wingspan of over three metres. Like many other large, long-lived birds they pair up for life. |
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Wines of Africa |
Foods of Africa |
Culture & Art of Africa |
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| Groot Constantia, the oldest wine estate in South Africa dates back to 1685.
Our name is irrevocably linked to the most famous wines produced in South Africa.
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Potjiekos translated means pot food.
In South Africa this is food similar to stew which is prepared outdoors in a round cast-iron 3 legged pot cooked over an open fire.
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Using wire, tin, beads and metal as their medium, these talented wire artists are able to shape and create anything from tiny beaded items to giant wire sculptures. |
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