{"id":236630,"date":"2022-09-09T11:27:24","date_gmt":"2022-09-09T09:27:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?p=121103"},"modified":"2022-09-09T11:27:24","modified_gmt":"2022-09-09T09:27:24","slug":"discover-the-art-of-the-khoisan-this-october-holiday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/discover-the-art-of-the-khoisan-this-october-holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover the art of the Khoisan this October holiday"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"scaip scaip-1 \">\n<aside id=\"republication_tracker_tool-2\" class=\"republication_tracker_tool clearfix\">\n<h5 class=\"adtitle\">Republish for Free<\/h5>\n<div class=\"license\">\n<p><button name=\"Republish This Story\" id=\"cc-btn\" class=\"republication-tracker-tool-button\">Republish This Story<\/button><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"license\" rel=\"noreferrer license noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nd\/4.0\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/discover-the-art-of-the-khoisan-this-october-holiday.png\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/discover-the-art-of-the-khoisan-this-october-holiday.png\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"message\">\n<p>Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/aside>\n<figure id=\"attachment_121104\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-121104\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?attachment_id=121104\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt width=\"300\" height=\"225\" class=\"wp-image-121104 size-thumbnail lazyload\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/discover-the-art-of-the-khoisan-this-october-holiday.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-121104 size-thumbnail\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/discover-the-art-of-the-khoisan-this-october-holiday.jpg\" alt width=\"300\" height=\"225\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-121104\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bushmans nek swimming<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Three places to view rock paintings this Heritage Month<\/p>\n<p>Hot on the heels of Heritage month, the October school holidays are the perfect opportunity to take your children on a journey to see South Africa\u2019s ancient San rock art in person. And if you\u2019re a parent of a current, past or soon-to-be Grade 5 pupil, there couldn\u2019t be a better time to do so, as they learn about hunter-gatherers and herders in Southern Africa; in particular, the Khoisan.<\/p>\n<p>From the Drakensberg to the Cederberg, the Khoisan have left an indelible mark on our history and our landscape, with their unique rock paintings scattered across the country, says Shaun Lamont, Managing Director of First Group Hotels and Resorts. \u201cWhen it comes to South Africa, there\u2019s no shortage of local heritage, cultural landscapes and historical sites to explore and discover,\u201d he adds.<\/p>\n<p><strong>So, if you\u2019re in the mood to hit the road, check out these three spots to see rock paintings in South Africa:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1. The Drakensberg: There are believed to be over 40,000 rock art paintings in and around the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park, making it one of the most popular destinations for seeing rock art in the country. In fact, there is one cave in the Giant\u2019s Castle Reserve that is home to over 500 paintings alone, while the Kamberg San Rock Art Trail takes one on a tour of where rock art was first found in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>First Group\u2019s Bushman\u2019s Nek Berg and Trout Resort, in the foothills of the Southern Drakensberg, is perfectly positioned to explore the area. Located just 37 km away from Underberg, and surrounded by mountains and nature, it offers exquisite views and loads of entertainment and activities, making it an ideal destination for the whole family.<\/p>\n<p>2. The Cederberg: If you\u2019re in the Cape, Bushman\u2019s Kloof in the Cederberg Mountains, is considered to be one of the best locations to view rock paintings with more than 2,500 documented rock paintings. Be sure to plan a trip to the !Khwa Ttu: San Culture and Education Centre in Yzerfontein as well, where you\u2019ll be able to explore restored San cottages and, of course, the Sevilla Rock Art Trail just outside Clanwilliam too.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019d like to stay over, accommodation at Port Owen Marina Resort offers self-catering options in gorgeous apartments and chalets situated on the banks of the marina in Velddrif, with endless opportunities for sailing, boating, fishing and more, providing a convenient base for your holiday.<\/p>\n<p>3. The Eastern Cape: On the southern end of the Drakensberg, in the remote Eastern Cape Highlands, you\u2019ll find even more examples of San rock art. With its sweeping mountain passes and soaring sandstone cliffs, it\u2019s no surprise that rock art is scattered throughout the landscape. From clear paintings on Dinorben farm in the Barkly Pass, to some wonderful examples of eland, birds and dogs in Buttermeade, just outside Rhodes, there is lots to see.<\/p>\n<p>Why not make a road trip of your time away and spend some time on the unspoiled beaches of the Wild Coast before travelling inland towards the mountains? Located right on the beach, the secluded Hole in The Wall Hotel and Holiday Village provides access to some of the most picturesque scenery in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPeople have never needed an excuse to get away with family and friends, but since Covid, there\u2019s been a surge in Heritage Tourism, as they set out to rediscover what South Africa has to offer and gain insight into ancient ways of life,\u201d says Shaun, who encourages local travel. \u201cWhile you\u2019re renewing your appreciation for our beautiful country, you\u2019re guaranteed to expand your kids\u2019 knowledge, their respect for those who came before them and, of course, make loads of lasting memories while you\u2019re about it,\u201d he concludes.<\/p>\n<p>For other exciting holiday destination ideas, visit www.firstgroup-sa.co.za.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/mypr.co.za\/contact\/featured\/\">CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"post-views-icon dashicons dashicons-chart-bar\"><\/span> <span class=\"post-views-label\">Press Release Views since 1 July 2022:<\/span> <span class=\"post-views-count\">110<\/span> <\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-pagination pagination\">Pages: <span class=\"post-page-numbers current\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Page <\/span>1<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/discover-the-art-of-the-khoisan-this-october-holiday\/2\/\" class=\"post-page-numbers\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Page <\/span>2<\/a><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\">Source: MyPR.co.za<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. 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