All About World Heritage Sites
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The discovery of a child’s skull in the Drimolen cave system, in South Africa’s “Cradle of Humankind”, is not only the earliest fossil specimen of Homo erectus, but proves three species of human ancestors lived in the same place at the same time, adding to our knowledge of evolution. Read more at Monash Lens.
Source: South African piece in puzzle of human evolution – Monash Lens
Scraping sounds fill the nights at Mapungubwe, a national park at the confluence of the Limpopo and Shashe rivers, where the borders of Botswana, Zimbabwe and South Africa meet. Families of elephants relentlessly tear the bark off ancient baobabs, scraping their tusks on the trees and digging deep into their cores to extract the fibrous, moisture-rich interior.
Source: They survived centuries of elephant onslaught. Now climate change is killing these iconic baobabs
Relaxing is easy in South Africa’s most beautiful city, with its beaches, lively art scene and excellent shopping.
Without a clear framework within which decisions can be made, heritage resources will forever be threatened by development.
Source: The continued threat of coal mining at the Mapungubwe world heritage site
From elephant sanctuaries to diverse wetlands, the following list gives a brief glimpse at ten little-known destinations in South Africa that everyone must see.
Source: 10 Little-Known Destinations In South Africa That Everyone Must See
While the idea of touring an infamous prison from the comfort of your couch may seem weird at first, you’ll be glad you did.
Source: LIFE IN LOCKDOWN | Day 35: Take a virtual tour of Robben Island
This UNESCO World Heritage Site contains the world’s largest assemblage of hominin fossils and is key to understanding how humankind evolved.
Source: Discover the cradle of life
Many African countries have closed down their famed attractions to prevent the spread of coronavirus. We showcase five affected.
Source: PICS: 5 African attractions after Covid-19 impact on the continent
KwaZulu-Natal’s Sea Turtle programme has seen leatherbacks and loggerheads nesting in ever greater numbers.
Source: The return of South Africa’s sea turtles, a conservation success story
The coronavirus has brought travel to a standstill. But thanks to Google and UNESCO, you can visit many of the world’s best World Heritage Sites without the crowds or the jet lag.
Source: Living In Lockdown: The 7 Best UNESCO World Heritage Sites You Can Visit Without Leaving Home
Planning a trip to South Africa? This guide can help you decide what to do! It has a list of Matt’s favorite things to do when in the country.
South Africa is overflowing with tourist-friendly spots, including 10 Unesco World Heritage Sites, all of which are worth a visit…
Source: BLOGGING THE VIEW: Take a trip to South Africa’s 10 Unesco World Heritage Sites – Zululand Observer
Ten Things to do in KwaZulu Natal. The sultry city of Durban hugs the Indian Ocean, drawing crowds to its expansive beaches and warm waters, teasing with a relaxed confidence, myriad attractions and rich cultural diversity.
Source: Ten Things to do in KwaZulu Natal. | The Incidental Tourist.
Tourism is a thriving industry for South Africa.. South Africa. Travel. Cape Town. Johannesburg. Helicopter ride.
Visiting KwaZulu-Natal? The South African has rounded up some of the province’s best where crowds are few and fun is plentiful.
Source: Beach guide: Discovering ten untouched coastlines of KwaZulu-Natal
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Robben Island is most famous as the place where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 of his 27 years in jail.
Source: South Africa’s eight spectacular World Heritage Sites
Source: Western Cape
Choose a UNESCO World Heritage sites for your next trip. These protected locations have been chosen as being of ‘outstanding value to humanity.’
Source: 15 UNESCO World Heritage Sites worth seeing for yourself
