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Putsonderwater Ghost Station

July 25, 2022 by Chris Marais
Cities and towns
Legends of a grand old railway station in the Karoo – Kalahari crossover zone of the Northern Cape.
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Calvinia: An all-year destination

June 17, 2022 by Chris Marais
Cities and towns
When September springtime arrives in South Africa, Calvinia is abuzz with ‘flower tourists’ who have come to see the vast swathes of Namaqualand blooms that have made this region an int…
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Kenhardt: Outlaw Town to Energy Town

May 23, 2022 by Chris Marais
Nature, Culture, Cities and towns
The Bushmanland town of Kenhardt has a devil-may-care past – and a bright solar future.
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Experience summer differently in the Northern Cape

November 17, 2020
Press releases, Adventure, Nature, Culture, Cities and towns
To reignite the domestic tourism market that has been hard hit by Covid-19 and the lockdown period, South African Tourism has conceptualised the “Summer Differently” marketing campaign – which the Northern Cape …
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The Northern Cape, a place of blissful solitude

February 14, 2020 by Sue Blaine
Nature, Cities and towns
If getting away from it all is what you’re after, the Northern Cape is the place for you. There are many places in this largest of South Africa’s pro…
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Colesberg: more than just a halfway rest stop

January 31, 2020 by Christina Kennedy
Adventure, Culture, Cities and towns
This year, Colesberg celebrates 190 years of formal existence – making it one of the oldest towns in the Northern Cape. Many of us know it as a midway stopover on the N…
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Get set to explore our heritage on the Go Ghaap! Route

December 19, 2019 by Pakamani Nombila
Adventure, Culture, Routes, Cities and towns
The Go Ghaap! Route is one of eight main Northern Cape tourism routes, with quirky small towns that have fascinating histories while also boasting amazing architecture and a number of…
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Unlocking the Karoo’s corbelled mystery

September 27, 2019 by Sue Blaine
Culture, Cities and towns
No one knows when the first corbelled house appeared in the Karoo. It’s easy to see why they did, though.
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Escape to an oasis of tranquility at these Kimberley hidden gems

June 21, 2019 by Pakamani Nombila
Adventure, Nature, Cities and towns
Kimberley may be known as the city of diamonds, but in and around this historic town are many other attractions that can cater to every traveller’s needs. From visiting m…
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Come and host your event or conference in the Northern Cape

March 01, 2019 by Christina Kennedy
Cities and towns
The Northern Cape Tourism Authority had a busy and productive time at Meetings Africa 2019, showcasing the province's range of offerings as a prime business events destination.
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The Northern Cape in pictures

April 19, 2018 by Edwina van der Burg
Cities and towns
A picture, they say, is worth a thousand words. And we have to agree when looking at ones taken of the landscapes of the Northern Cape.
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Five cool things to do in and around Kuruman

March 28, 2018 by Alyx Carolus
Cities and towns
Dubbed the “Oasis of the Kalahari”, Kuruman is known for its breathtaking scenic beauty. It boasts a variety of outdoor activities, beautiful habitats and historical monuments for visitors to check out…
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