Thursday, November 12, 2009

Howick (K 12)

Name: Howick

Howick lies in the Natal Midlands on the Midlands Meander and its main attraction is the Howick Falls. The Howick falls are easily accessible for everyone.
www.drakensberg-tourism.com/howick.html

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Easily accessible, Howick is a true gem of natural beauty that is wonderfully accommodating. The town of Howick was the very place where former South African president, Nelson Mandela was arrested in August of 1962. Many South Africans are choosing to retire here in this picturesque town.



Sights to see in Howick include:

•The main attraction of this area is the exquisite 100 m high, Howick Falls. Visitors can’t help but notice the spectacular cascade of water, which is located roughly in the very centre of the town.
•At the Howick Museum, the rich colonial history of the Old Howick and Lions River areas can be seen. The Howick Museum displays include an informal settlement dwelling, military badges and period costumes, medical equipment and a brief history of the early settlers. Close by is the Military Cemetery and Anglo / Boer War Military Hospital and Concentration Camp. The Howick Museum is open every Tuesday through to Friday from 09h00 to 12h00, closing for lunch, and re-opening from 14h00 to 15h30. Opening hours for Saturday are between 09h00 and 13h00, and Sunday from 10h00 to 16h00. The Museum is closed on Mondays.

http://2010.zeuzzo.co.za/sa/sa-places-see-natal-midlands

Other interesting info:

http://abahlali.org/node/4286

Where to stay:

Howick Tourism - HomeThe official provincial tourism site of Howick Tourism, Midlands, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. - Home.
www.zulu.org.za/

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