Ubuntu Magazine Issue#21

| LIFESTYLE#SAWILLTRAVELAGAIN: THE PLACES SOUTH AFRICANS WANT TO TRAVEL TO AFTER LOCKDOWN Cradle of Humankind Situated 50 km from Johannesburg, this World Heritage Site houses the ancestors of modern humans. Maropeng, a Setswana word translated as “place of our origins” will take you back in time as you discover the history behind the fossil findings and what impact they had on the theory of evolution. Valley of Desolation A hidden treasure of the Eastern Cape and a product of volcanic forces that created balanced columns, this natural wonder is a mere 14 km from Graaff-Reinet and forms part of the wider Camdeboo National Park. The diverse fauna and flora, hikes as well as a scenic picnic above the cliffs and columns, are sure to create many picture-perfect moments. Blyde River Canyon Known as the earth’s largest green canyon, South Africans have fallen for the impressive view of the canyons among the riverbed. Apart from the subtropical flora, one is also able to discover vervet monkeys and waterfalls, as well as the sight of the Drakensberg mountain range. With a diverse country like South Africa, you do not have to travel too far for a world-class vacation, and South Africans cannot wait to get out into their beautiful country once again because #SAWillTravelAgain. www.thesouthafrican.com Issue 21 South Africa’s Public Diplomacy in action UBUNTU 99

LIFESTYLE | A skyline of the “Mother City” of South Africa, Cape Town. The city is known for its harbour, for its natural setting in the Cape Floristic Region and for landmarks such as Table Mountain and Cape Point. Cape Town is home to 64% of the Western Cape's population. It is the legislative capital of the country. 100 UBUNTU South Africa’s Public Diplomacy in action Issue 21

| LIFESTYLE 101Issue 21 South Africa’s Public Diplomacy in action UBUNTU

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