Vanrhynsdorp discovered
Vanrhynsdorp discovered
Vanrhynsdorp, in the heart of the Nama Karoo, might appear small, but for a Sunday the place is buzzing. Even the tourist information is open and Shaun is very quick to thrust a town map in my hand, from which I quickly ascertain that there are seven buildings of historical note that include the Kokerboom succulent nursery on Voortrekker Road, that is closed.
Bad luck really, as we want to visit it. No problem. Because we have also worked out that travelling along the dirt R364 from Nieuwoudtville, to which we are making our way, back to Clanwilliam is far from a sane idea in a sedan, and that we will more than likely make our way back again on Monday via Vanrhynsdorp. So, the chance to ogle succulents is still high on the list of priorities. Particularly as we've very much missed the very short flower season that places Vanrhynsdorp on the map every year and is the main reason people visit here. Continued
Article by: The Team @ SA-Venues
