Steynsburg

Afrikaans name: Steynsburg

Steynsburg

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Eastern Cape

The small town of Steynsburg formed around a Reformed Church established in 1872. It was named after Douwe Gerbrandt Steyn who was the grandfather of President Kruger.

The town only has around 400 households. It is located in a region that is dominated by sheep farms.

Accommodation in the town consists of a caravan park and a few B&B's.

Although Steynsburg doesn't have too many attractions itself the surrounding countryside is picturesque and it is well situated to visit a variety of places that are within a few hours drive.

Above - One of the museums

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Above - City Hall

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Above - Scenery in Steynsburg area

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References and further reading

Conolly's Guide to Southern Africa - Author: Denis Conolly - Year Published: 1982 - Page: 129

Country Life - Issue 252 - Author: - Year Published: 2017 - Page: 46

On Route - A region by region guide to South Africa - Author: B.P.J. Erasmus - Year Published: 1995 - Page: 276

Southern Africa from the Highway - Author: AA RSA - Year Published: 1991 - Page: 137

Southern Africa from the Highway - Author: AA RSA - Year Published: 1991 - Page: 224