11/11/2024
As we continue our journey along the Cape Route 62, we start the new week in Ladismith, a charming hamlet with mountains on the one side and plains on the other, with vegetation ranging . The Klein Swartberg mountain range towers above the town, the highest peak, ‘magic mountain’ or Towerkop, is said to have been struck by a witch in anger because it blocked her way over the mountain. The result was a deep split at the top of the mountain, producing two perfect halves. The unique ‘Ladismith’ style of architecture has evolved from the mixture of several styles including Victorian, Edwardian, Cape Dutch, and Regency, and several buildings have been declared National Monuments. Ladismith is essentially a prosperous farming community producing fruit (grapes, a third of South Africa’s apricots, and plums), milk, wine, flowers and mutton. The town also has two cheese factories. For its unspoilt nature, starry nights and warm, clear days, the little town of Ladismith, is a lovely place to visit. Contact us on [email protected] for more information or to have us design a bespoke tour based on your requirements. Tomorrow we travel further …..