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The Red Berry Farm

12th June 2008

Experience the picking of your own strawberries

The Red Berry Farm is situated just outside George on the road going towards Blanco. The farm lays in a beautiful setting with views of the majestic Outeniqua mountains, north of George.


Red Berry Farm is a working berry production farm and it’s products are often s

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Old Stone Church In Pacaltsdorp

13th May 2008

The Stone Church in Pacaltsdorp was  officially inaugurated on 19 June 1825.

One of the oldest churches is found in Pacaltsdorp near George. The Stone Church  was officially inaugurated on 19 June 1825. (Click on Thumbnails to enlarge images)

I met the church keeper, Johnny Junies. He highlighted some interesting facts about the history of this ch

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The Old Slave Tree In George

13th May 2008

The Old Slave Tree in Yorkstreet, George, Western Cape

A story is told of an old oak tree, named “ The Old Slave Tree”,  that still exists today. The tree can be seen in front the old library in George. Today the old library building, is home to the George Tourism Bureau.

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The Tree Of Meeting In Pacaltsdorp

14th May 2008

The Tree of Meeting in Pacaltsdorp

  "The Tree Of Meeting" was planted about 300 years ago, and still stands today in Pacaltsdorp.
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I drove down Yorkstreet in George towards Pacaltsdorp to look for this old tree.Just as you pass the York-circle, you f

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George: Oldest Town In Southern Cape

30th August 2007

The original Victoria Hotel

When looking at the roadmap of today an abundance of towns lie on route from Cape Town to George. Why is it then that George has a longer history than most? Is it perhaps that early travellers to this region already recognised its beauty and potential?

So who were these p

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Victoria Bay – A Small Hidden Bay

6th February 2008

Photo:Amanda van der Merwe

Victoria Bay is approximately 3kms from George and 6kms from Wilderness traveling from the N2 between these two towns. This lovely bay is also referred to as "Vic's Bay" by some people.

It has a relaxed beach setting and is almost enclosed by cliffs. There are only a

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George: Garden Route Botanical Gardens

4th January 2008

Main entrance Garden Route botanical Gardens

The Botanical Garden is situated close to George yet it is far enough from traffic noise to hear the sounds of birds and insects. You see a wide variety of  indigenous trees, beds of flowers, fynbos and succulent plants. Small signboards inform the visitor of plant names and other intere

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George Historical Church Building – The Dutch Reformed Mother Church

24th March 2008

This historical church is open to the public to visit. Various facilities on the premises cater for day visitors and tour groups.
I met Drew de Kock, the congregation manager. He  showed me around and we talked  about the rich history of this building.
People sometimes refer

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Sedgefield: The Cheeseman

7th February 2008

Paul Page from CHEESEMAN

When Paul explains the cheesemaking process , you realise much more is involved than just converting milk into cheese. It is a complex process and a mix between art and science. "Cheesemaking is a specialized trade. It takes a lot of knowledge and experience and  there are even cheesemakin

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Map Of Africa: Scenic View At Wilderness

25th May 2008

Map of Africa - Wilderness (Photo: Amanda van der Merwe)

Map-of-Africa is an extraordinary view point at Wilderness Heights. Wilderness is situated approximately 15km from George, driving on the N2 highway towards Knysna.
Having traveled this road several times, I can vow it is very likely that you will see paragliders just as you have passe

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