Douglas
Afrikaans name: Douglas

Douglas
Photo © Johan van Zyl
Northern Cape
From a tourist point of view the most interesting thing about Douglas is that it is the site of the confluence of the Orange and Vaal Rivers.
The town itself is situated in a fertile farming area. Various crops are grown in the area and stock farming is also undertaken.
Accommodation in DouglasDouglas began its existence as a mission station. It was named after Sir Percy Douglas who was Lieutenant Governor of the Cape Colony.
Other attractions for visitors to this "oasis" in the Northern Cape are bird-watching, excellent fishing and glacial pavements.
References and further reading
Conolly's Guide to Southern Africa - Author: Denis Conolly - Year Published: 1982 - Page: 346On Route - A region by region guide to South Africa - Author: B.P.J. Erasmus - Year Published: 1995 - Page: 329
Reader's Digest Illustrated Guide to Southern Africa - 4th edition - Author: - Year Published: 1986 - Page: 172
The Pictorial Motoring Atlas of South Africa - Author: Maxwell Leigh - Year Published: 1987 - Page: 57