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Established in 1858 and named after Reverend Henry Sutherland. The town sits 1458 meters above sea level and boasts some of the clearest and darkest skies in the world, which is probably why Sutherland is home to the South African Astronomical Observatory. The town is also known for being one of the coldest in South Africa. Temperatures in winter range between -5ºC and 10ºC with summers ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Attractions and Things to do in Sutherland 4x4 Trails Banksgate, in the Nuweveld Mountains Tel: 02062 ask for 1930. Skurweberg, in the Roggeveld Mountains Tel: 023 571 2728. Verlatenkloof Tel: 023 572 1085. Paragliding Dutch Reformed Church Built in 1898. The town was taken by the British in 1901, and their graffiti is still readable inside the church. Graves Old Jewish and British graves as well as handmade gravestones. One British soldier has two graves! Hunting For hunting venues and more information, contact the local Tourist Information. Indigenous Flora The olifantspoot (elephant’s foot), sterboom and the Daubenya Aurea To name a few. Louw House Museum Where memorabilia of Afrikaans author and poet NP van Wyk Louw, WEG Louw, Kariba and Cahora Bassa Dam engineer Dr Henry Olivier. Ouberg Pass Located about 45km on the Upper Fish River Road. Where one can see a stunning view of the lower-lying Karoo. South African Astronomical Observatory Located only 18km out of town. Tulips In 1925 Reverend MB Brink, the first person who introduced tulips to South Africa, arrived in Sutherland he realized the climate was very similar to that of Holland, perfect for growing tulips. Over a period of 25 years he distributed 100 000 yellow tulip bulbs all over the countrty. Mountain Biking |
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