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The Cheetah, the worlds fastest land-animal, is racing towards extinction! The phenomenal team at the Cheetah Experience in Bloemfontein is trying to change things by educating the public about this wonderful animal. They arrange day-tours, photographic sessions with Cheetahs, and are actively involved in the preservation of this outstanding species. VISIT WEBSITE |
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President Brand Street offers a window on the official history of Bloemfontein. You will find a fire-station and also the official meeting halls of five different political dispensations. There are court rooms and excellent architecture from the period of Sir Herbert Baker. The street includes the starting point of Bloemfontein and carries the marks of everything that transpired there. VIEW MAP |
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Being the largest shopping centre in central South Africa, this 80 000 m² shopping centre is the hub of shopping, entertainment, sport and culture in Bloemfontein. With more than 100 shops, 17 restaurants and coffee shops, 10 fast food outlets, movies, salons, banks, a gym and a medical centre, this is the ultimate shopping experience in Bloemfontein. VISIT WEBSITE |
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The Orchid House is a modern nursery at the foot of Naval Hill in Hamilton Park and houses a beautiful collection of flowers. The park outside is an ideal place to take the kids for a picnic. Stepping into the Orchid House transports you into the heart of a tropical oasis of lush greenery and rare, colourful Orchids. Also nearby, is a fragrance garden for the blind. VIEW MAP |
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The Free State National Botanical Garden in Bloemfontein offer visitors an opportunity to relax in a natural environment surrounded by beautiful indigenous vegetation. Encompassing a lush valley between the impressive dolerite koppies, Bloemfontein's Botanical Gardens includes both woodland and grassland, as well as a wide variety of animal life. VIEW MAP |
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Famous author of the legendary "Lord of the Rings" trilogy was born in Bloemfontein. This route takes you on the first humble years of J.R.R. Tolkiens life, outlining his first place of residence, the place where his father worked, and other places of interest. The interestingly named Hobbit Boutique Hotel was where Tolkien spent his first three years of life. VISIT WEBSITE |
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Kings Park is well known amongst locals and visitors as it offers a variety of attractions for the whole family. Kings Park also has boasts the most beautiful Rose Gardens with over 4000 rose bushes to admire. The colours and different rose scents are breathtaking. Another interesting attraction the park has to offer is the famous Bloemfontein Zoo. VIEW MAP |
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The National Women's Monument commemorates the death of 26,000 Boer women and children who died in the Bloemfontein concentration camp during the Anglo-Boer War. It is sittuated alongside the Boer War Museum which gives the visitor insight into the Boer War through it`s unique art collection, dioramas and exhibits and is an absolute necessity when visiting Bloem! VISIT WEBSITE |
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The breathtaking Gariep Dam is the largest resevoir in the country! It's awe-inspiring views and thundering sounds are surrounded by a host of activities for the whole family. Fishing, 4x4 trails, chalets and other various accommodation surrounds the area. It is a key spot for gliders to take to the skies and the Gariep Lake offers the visitor a host of watersports. VISIT WEBSITE |
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