Visit Free State
The Free State of South Africa is a vibrant province situated in the south-central region of the country. The capital, Bloemfontein, is known for its spectacular mix of culture, history and nature. Visitors to the city can explore historical sites such as the National Women's Memorial or take in the natural beauty of its parks and reserves.
For those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life, there are plenty of places to relax and explore in The Free State. Clarens is a quaint mountain village surrounded by dramatic sandstone cliffs while Golden Gate Highlands National Park provides miles of breathtaking scenery at every turn.
The area also has an interesting history to discover; it was once home to some significant battles during South Africa's Second Boer War against Britain. The longest siege in British military history took place here when General Piet Cronje successfully defended his forces against a much larger British army at Paardeberg Drift in February 1900.
For those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life, there are plenty of places to relax and explore in The Free State. Clarens is a quaint mountain village surrounded by dramatic sandstone cliffs while Golden Gate Highlands National Park provides miles of breathtaking scenery at every turn.
The area also has an interesting history to discover; it was once home to some significant battles during South Africa's Second Boer War against Britain. The longest siege in British military history took place here when General Piet Cronje successfully defended his forces against a much larger British army at Paardeberg Drift in February 1900.
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Harrismith, Reitz, Viljoenskroon, Bloemfontein, Parys, Virginia, Heilbron, Vredefort, Lindley, Hennenman, Frankfort, Koppies, Thaba Nchu, Welkom, Allanridge, Bethlehem, Ventersburg, Wesselsbron, Villiers, Clocolan, Deneysville, Vrede, Theunissen, Marquard, Botshabelo, Hoopstad, Ladybrand, Winburg, Sasolburg, Kroonstad, Zastron, Senekal, Phuthaditjhaba, Bothaville, Brandfort