LINX AFRICA
INDEX OF TOWNS
Directory of Towns in South and Southern Africa
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Kaapmuiden
Province: Mpumalanga Region: Wild FrontierDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kaapschehoop (Kaapsehoop)
Province: Mpumalanga Region: Lowveld LegogoteDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Description:
The remains of ancient workings bear testimony to the recovery of gold in southern Africa from time immemorial in the fabled De Kaap Valley. The first significant mining (as opposed to panning) for gold took place in this valley through which the Kaap River runs. At first it was indeed alluvial gold that was found at the western end of the valley - known as the Duiwelskantoor, or Devil's Office, because of its bizarre rock formations - but with the unwavering optimism of their breed the early prospectors, who were reminded of the Cape of Good Hope by the scenery that surrounded them, named the valley Kaapsche Hoop (hope of the Cape). A mining commissioner's office, two banks, other commercial buildings and government offices were erected. The village is now Kaapsehoop, a charming hamlet known for its wild horses.
Kakamas
Province: Northern Cape Region: Green KalahariDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kalk Bay
Province: Western Cape Region: Cape Metropole: South PeninsulaDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Info Offices
Kamberg
Province: KwaZulu-Natal Region: Ukhahlamba DrakensbergDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites:
Kamieskroon
Province: Northern Cape Region: NamaqualandDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kareedouw
Province: Eastern Cape Region: CacaduDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Karenpark
Province: Gauteng Region: Northern RegionDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kathu
Province: Northern Cape Region: KalahariDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Description:
Kathu is situated on the Namakwari Route, 'the town under the trees', boasts one of the five largest opencast iron ore mining operations in the world. Accessible by road, rail and air through Kimberley, 4x4 adventurers looking to the Kalahari and Botswana for off-road revelry pass through this modern, model town. It is home to one of the country's most beautiful golf courses and a luxurious lodge. Limestone houses characterise a desert landscape obscured by graceful palms. Also has a game reserve and holiday resort offering self-catering, camping an caravanning facilities. Activities include game and bird watching, badminton, golf, gymnasium, swimming pool, tennis and squash courts, fishing, horseriding, hunting.
Kei Mouth
Province: Eastern Cape Region: Wild CoastDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Keimoes
Province: Northern Cape Region: Green KalahariDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kempton Park
Province: Gauteng Region: Eastern RegionDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kenhardt
Province: Northern Cape Region: Green KalahariDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kenton on Sea
Province: Eastern Cape Region: Sunshine CoastDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kestell
Province: Free State Region: Eastern RegionDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Keurbooms River
Province: Western Cape Region: Garden RouteDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Khayelitsha
Province: Western Cape Region: Cape Metropole: TygerbergDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Info Offices
Kidd's Beach
Province: Eastern Cape Region: Sunshine CoastDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kiepersol
Province: Mpumalanga Region: The PanoramaDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kimberley
Province: Northern Cape Region: Diamond FieldsDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
King William's Town
Province: Eastern Cape Region: Sunshine CoastDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Klaserie
Province: Limpopo Province Region: Valley of the OlifantsDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Klawer
Province: Western Cape Region: West CoastDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Klein Drakenstein
Province: Western Cape Region: WinelandsDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kleinmond
Province: Western Cape Region: OverbergDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Klerksdorp
Province: North West Region: Southern Region
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Description:
Klerksdorp city was named after J de Clerq, first magistrate in the area after twelve Voortrekker families settled on the banks of the Schoonspruit in 1837. The discovery of gold in 1886 saw thousands of prospectors flock to the area. Today, Klerksdorp is the centre for a large mining and agricultural economy and boasts the second largest grain co-operative in the world. Attractions include Goudkoppie (the old mining shafts date back to the 18th century); Jack Scott House (this tin house was imported from Britain and was the home of Jack Scott, the father of modern-day mining in the area); Klerksdorp Mines (interesting tours can be arranged on request); Ou Dorp Hiking Trail (this walk meanders through the old part of town. Remains of pre-historic kraals can also be seen); The Railway Station and Old Flag Room (opened by President Paul Kruger when the line from Krugersdorp reached the town in 1897 - Klerksdorp's first national monument).
Province: North West Region: Southern Region
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Description:
Klerksdorp city was named after J de Clerq, first magistrate in the area after twelve Voortrekker families settled on the banks of the Schoonspruit in 1837. The discovery of gold in 1886 saw thousands of prospectors flock to the area. Today, Klerksdorp is the centre for a large mining and agricultural economy and boasts the second largest grain co-operative in the world. Attractions include Goudkoppie (the old mining shafts date back to the 18th century); Jack Scott House (this tin house was imported from Britain and was the home of Jack Scott, the father of modern-day mining in the area); Klerksdorp Mines (interesting tours can be arranged on request); Ou Dorp Hiking Trail (this walk meanders through the old part of town. Remains of pre-historic kraals can also be seen); The Railway Station and Old Flag Room (opened by President Paul Kruger when the line from Krugersdorp reached the town in 1897 - Klerksdorp's first national monument).
Kloof
Province: KwaZulu-Natal Region: Greater DurbanDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Knysna
Province: Western Cape Region: Garden RouteDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Koeberg
Province: Western Cape Region: West CoastDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Koffiefontein
Province: Free State Region: Southern RegionDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kokstad
Province: KwaZulu-Natal Region: Elephant CoastDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Komatipoort
Province: Mpumalanga Region: Wild FrontierDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Komga
Province: Eastern Cape Region: Wild CoastDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kommetjie
Province: Western Cape Region: Cape Metropole: South PeninsulaDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Koppies
Province: Free State Region: Northern RegionDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kosmos - Hartbeespoort Dam
Province: North West Region: Bojanala EastDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Info Offices
Description:
Kosmos is another village founded by Johan Schoeman, the founder of Schoemansville. Inspired by the tranquillity of the scene as he rowed towards the hill on which the settlement was to be developed, he chose the Greek word for the universe with which to name it. A profusion of flowering shrubs and trees enhances the scene Schoeman found so enchanting.
Koster
Province: North West Region: Bojanala RustenburgDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Info Offices
Kraaifontein
Province: Western Cape Region: Cape Metropole: OostenbergDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kroondal
Province: North West Region: Bojanala RustenburgDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Info Offices
Description:
Kroondal, situated on a farm originally known as Kronendal, was one of 22 German Lutheran mission congregations established in the former Natal and Transvaal. The farm, which was in existence since 1843, was registered in 1858 in the name of Jan Michiel van Helsdingen, formerly of the Hermannsburg Missionary Society. A mission was established here, but when the society could no longer afford to provide maintenance for anyone but the missionaries, the lay workers who had worked at the station settled as independent farmers nearby. The settlement was surveyed and divided into plots in 1889 and a school which acquired a reputation for excellence was founded. Among those of the pupils who were not German-speaking were Louis Botha, who was to become South Africa's first Prime Minister, and the Afrikaans poet Totius, J D du Toit. The largely German-speaking town has a distinctly Teutonic architecture and cultural atmosphere. Tourist attractions include a Lutheran Church (a national monument built in 1896 and restored between 1979 and 1982); the Tobacco and Cotton Research Institute (an interesting tour is offered by this branch of the Department of Agriculture).
Kroonstad
Province: Free State Region: Northern RegionDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Krugersdorp
Province: Gauteng Region: Western RegionDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kuils River
Province: Western Cape Region: Cape Metropole: OostenbergDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
Kuruman
Province: Northern Cape Region: KalahariDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
KwaMbonambi
Province: KwaZulu-Natal Region: ZululandDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
KwaMhlanga
Province: Mpumalanga Region: Cultural HeartlandDirectory Listings: Accommodation: Camp Sites: Trails: Info Offices
INDEX OF TOWNS
Date of entry: 1 September 1996
Last update:2012/10/25 at 08:57:52
Last update:2012/10/25 at 08:57:52