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LIVING HISTORY History and culture comes alive at the Bakone Malapa Museum just outside Polokwane where the colourful BaSotho people invite tourists to take a peek into their fascinating culture. Learn about traditional customs, history and crafts at this living museum that beautifully and faithfully replicated a traditional Basotho village. The village is permanently inhabited by a traditional community and fascinating demonstrations are hosted daily. Here ‘foreigners’ are taught how to make a fire, brew beer and grind their own maize. The Basotho are an artistic people and showcase their woodcarving, pottery, basketry and beadwork at the museum. Pop into the craft shop to take home a tangible memory of Bakone Malapa. This living testament to the Basotho people is situated nine kilometres from Polokwane on the R37. For more information call 015 295 2423.
Treat the kids to a one-of-a-kind experience at Meropa Casino & Entertainment World’s wonderful world of Wild ThingZ. The enclosure is a sanctuary to a stunning array of butterflies, magnificent birds of prey, slithering snakes and a fascinating Insectarium. The jungle-like sanctuary teems with over 200 beautiful indigenous birds, including parrots, falcons and cranes. Wild ThingZ also allows for an intimate experience with some of the world’s deadliest snakes. Pythons, mambas and anacondas are just some of the inhabitants to observe and learn from. Wild Thingz offers special school packages that take kids on an educational tour of the sanctuary and a tasty snack to top off a magical day. For more information contact Tel: +27 15 292 0906 Or visit Wild Thingz @ Meropa Casino & Entertainment World, Plot 59, Sterkloop, Roodepoort road, Polokwane
What to see... Die DRIFT Escape the rat race with a truly rustic and authentic Bushveld getaway at The Drift. Located just 15 minutes from Polokwane, Die Drift is a tranquil and beautiful retreat set against a backdrop of mountains. The farm provides a variety of accommodation options to cater for families of all shapes, sizes and preferences. Beautifully appointed self-catering units are comfortably equipped to ensure that your stay is restful, relaxing and unforgettable. A sprawling lawn stretches invitingly PAGE 16
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across the expansive grounds, while towering trees dot the landscape for ample shade for a picnic. There are swimming pools to escape the Bushveld heat, trampolines for the kids and braai facilities for dinner under a starlit sky. Die Drift is an affordable and enjoyable way to pack up and find home in the heart of the Bushveld.
For more information, contact Rosa van der Merwe on 015 225 7123 or 083 659 6087.