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Battlefields travel guide
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Battlefields is located in the Mashonaland West province in Zimbabwe.
It is the ancestral home of the Zulu people and has experienced many bloody battles between the British, the Boers and the Zulus during the 19th century.
Over the period of seventy years these plains, rolling hills and river valleys have seen numerous brutal, blood chilling conflicts over land ownership, political independence and the desire for colonial domination.
There are numerous national monuments and historical museums which are best explored by driving. The region is full of poignant memories and commemorates moving and often bloody events such as the Battle of Spioenkop, the Battle of Isandlwana and the Battle of Rorke's Drift where thousands of innocent people lost their lives.
But now with the passage of time the town has evolved and has become an ideal destination for holidays. It offers some of the spectacular hills and rock formations of this far-reaching landscape where fearless, spear-wielding soldiers of Zulu kings first encountered the rampant British power.
More about Battlefields
| Country |
South Africa. |
| Languages |
Afrikaans, English are the languages used. |
| Currency |
South Africa's currency is the Rand (ZAR). |
| Region |
Kwa-Zulu Natal. |
| Geographic Coordination |
18°36'S 29°50E |
| Climate and Weather |
The Battlefield's climate is temperate with warm summers and cold winters. |
| Best time to visit |
Battlefields is an all year - around destination. |
Tourist Attractions - Best Places to Visit
The spine-chilling sights of the battleground will take you back in time when the golden history of this town was being written down. You will be lost in the mighty tales of the valiant soldiers who fought bravely in the battle and laid down their lives.
Some of the very popular sites are :
√ Blood River/Ncome Heritage Site The Voortrekkers, led by Andries Pretorius, prepared here for battle against the Zulu kingdom in oder to take revenge of the murder of Piet Retief.
This place astounded the British Empire in what was to be the worst defeat in the history of their imperial warfare.
The museum is considered to be one of the best Anglo-Boer War museums in the country. It narrates the famous legend of the 'Heroic Hundred' who fought against the Zulus.
√ Albert Falls Dam Nature Reserve The source of the uMngeni River lies in the uMngeni Vlei area, an ancient wetland bounded by hills.
√ Chelmsford Nature Reserve This reserve is situated on the Ngagane River, just seventy kilometers from Ladysmith. It is the third largest dam in KwaZulu Natal, a excellent place for water sports like swimming, sun bathing, surfing etc.
√ Ntendeka Wilderness Area South Africa's smallest and arguably most beautiful wilderness area is Ntendeka, consisting of dense forests and dramatic cliffs with breathtaking waterfalls.
Things To Do
You will be swept back in time as you come across the historical places and the incredible tales of courage, victory ad defeat. Let your imagination run wild for the bloodcurdling sights and sounds of the bloodiest battles in history.
Walk in the footsteps of famous military strategists like Shaka, Winston Churchill, Mahatma Gandhi and General Louis Botha etc.
Food
The town offers something for every taste. Here you will find a large variety of restaurants and takeaways like the very popular ones are :
- BJ's Fast Food Restaurant
- Wimpy
- Something Fishy
Shopping
The town gives you a comprehensive shopping experience although it doesn't have big shopping centers. But some of the main shopping centers are :
- Ladysmith's Murchison Mall
- Vryheid.
Activities
There are numerous outdoor activities where you can experience the spectacular beauty of the region. The town provides several good options for endless entertainment and adventure like : -
→ You can go for hiking trials, bungee jumping or rafting in the mighty river Tugela.
→ You can also try other water sports as well such as sailing, skiing, surfing, shark diving or fishing at Chelmsford and other dams.
→ Whale watching or playing Golf is another ideal option.
→ Hunting is also done in some areas.
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