Top 10s Cultural experiences in Limpopo
Bakone Malapa Museum - cultural treasure-chest
1Artists' Route, Elim
Set in the lush foothills of the Soutpansberg, this inspiring route (guided or self-drive) takes you to pottery co-ops, weaving projects, traditional wood carvers and community-based projects.
2Modjadji Village, Tzaneen
Enter the realm of the ancient Rain Queen and visit a spectacular reserve of rare cycads dating back 60 million years to the time of the dinosaurs.
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3Venda Ancestral Route
Go on a journey that takes you to the ancient holy forest of Thathe Vonde and the sacred Lake Fundudzi, as well as other traditional festivities in the area.
4Rock Art, Mapungubwe
The Limpopo River Valley is home to of the richest examples of San cave paintings - found along the river of the mighty Limpopo.
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5Skirmish Route, Louis Trichard
A lively and thought-provoking tour of the South African War (Anglo-Boer War) battlefields and its wild history in northern Limpopo.
6Bakone Malapa
A fascinating open-air museum that depicts the 18th century traditional lifestyle of the northern Sotho people.
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7Nyani Cultural Village
Nyani Cultural Village in Hoedspruit is a reconstruction of an authentic authentic Shangaan village, Nyani offers you an interesting insight into the traditional lifestyle and mythology of the Shangaan people.
8Schoemansdal Museum, Louis Trichardt
Built like a Voortrekker lager with oxwagons, this fascinating museum takes you back to the time of the Voortrekkers’ trek into the interior.
9Haenertsburg village, Magoebaskloof
Explore the warm heart of this tiny hamlet in the Magoebaskloof mountains. Haenertsburg offers history, rustic retail therapy, local culture and plenty of good cheer.
10Amarula Lapa, Phalaborwa
Visit the home of South Africa’s best loved cream liqueur (definitely a part of our local culture) and discover why the fruit of the marula tree drives elephants dilly with delight.