South Africa is known as the home to some of the most popular towns and cities in Africa.
All these groupings have contributed to the whole host of newemerging centres and towns.
Here are some of thebest small townsyou should visit when you go to South Africa.
A view of Montagu. Photo: Peter TitmussSource: Instagram
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Nieu-Bethesda
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It is a historic town located in the Eastern Cape Province.
The city is one of the oldest having been founded in 1875 byHellen Martins.
The city is host to one of the country’s best museums, The Owl Museum.
A view of Nieu-Bethesda. Photo: Thabo JaiyesimiSource: UGC
Clarens
Clarens is a traditional town with one of the richest histories.
The city was founded by a prominent Boer figure who exiled himself to the city between 1852 and 1900.
The town is one of the most nature-friendly mountain ranges surrounding its edges and forms a spectacular scenic boundary.
An aerial view of Clarens retreat centre. Photo: Ziyaad DouglasSource: UGC
Paternoster
Paternoster is one of the most scenic South African towns you must visit when in the southern country.
It is by far one of the most beautiful places to be in a while in South Africa.
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An aerial view of Paternoster. Photo: Tullio PugliaSource: UGC
Hogsback
Hogsback is a small city located in the Amathole Mountains of theEastern Cape Province.
Montagu
Montagu is one of the most beautiful towns and locations in South Africa.
The village city is a haven of residential perfection with houses that are painted in white and serene streets.
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It is home to the Montagu Museum founded in 1907 and is considered a national heritage and monument.
Cullinan
Cullinan is a historic town located inGauteng province.
The city is characterized by some ancient buildings, trees, streets, and alleys from the olden days.
Hogsback - Tolkien’s Middle Earth in the Amathole Mountains. Photo: Benard ESource: UGC
The old buildings are both residentials and some converted to restaurants and shops to serve the town’s residents.
It was named after its founder Diamond Magnate Sir Thomas Cullinan.
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A view of the empty Montagu streets. Photo: Peter TitmussSource: UGC
Genadendal
Genadendal is one of the oldest towns in South Africa.
The Movorian Mission Centre played host to numerous activities and attracted residents around it, forming a small city.
Clanwilliam
Clanwilliam is a small town located in the Western Cape along the Olifants River valley.
Cullinan roadside. Photo: Thabo JaiyesimiSource: UGC
It is surrounded by the Bulshoek dam, which offers a unique picturesque scene.
The town was founded in the 1660s by Dutch pioneers after they found numerous elephants in the area.
British colonialists changed the name of the city from Jan Disselsvlei to Clanwilliam.
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Greyton
Greyton is a small town located in the South African countryside.
The town is a rural charmer and boasts of its agricultural prowess and abundance of the natural ecosystem.
It is surrounded by mountain ranges, valleys, streams, and forest cover.
A view of one of the buildings at Genadendal. Photo: Wolfgang KaehlerSource: UGC
Graaff-Reinet
Graaff-Reinet is a serene town located in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.
It is packed with breathtaking sceneries from heritage buildings to the natural ecosystem surrounding the city.
The Dutch Reformed Church is one of the most iconic buildings you will encounter when you visit it.
Dutch Reform Church in Clanwilliam. Photo: Peter TitmussSource: UGC
Jeffreys Bay
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One of the roads in Greyton. Photo: Waldo SwiegersSource: UGC
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Pilgrim’s Rest
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The ancient city dating back to 1873 was founded based on mining.
This is where the prospectors decamped to search for gold deposits and found their first fortunes in 1873.
Prince Albert
Prince Albert is an ancient town which origin dates to 1762.
Graaff-Reinet roadside. Photo: Tim de WaeleSource: UGC
It is located on the Great Karoo’s edge, a vast wilderness that stretches across the Karoo.
It has 13 designated national monuments distributed across the vast region.
Hermanus
Hermanus is a small town located on the Western Cape and bordering the ocean.
An overview of Surfers Haven in Jeffreys Bay. Photo: Leisa TylerSource: UGC
The city has some of the most beautiful beaches and an ideal spot for whale watching.
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Tulbagh
Tulbagh is an old town founded back in 1699.
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Franschhoek
Franschhoek is a hidden gem located in the countryside.
It is famous for its centuries-old vineyards and rich Dutch architecture.
Its foundation dates back to 1688 when the first Dutch settlers made their stop and started developing structures.
A night view of the Royal Hotel in Pilgrim’s Rest. Photo: Per-Anders PetterssonSource: UGC
It is filled with stunning architecture and a vast collection of heritage buildings.
It is also scenic since it is surrounded by hills and ranges covered by green vegetation all around.
South Africa is a country filled with heritage and splendour.
An aerial view of Prince Albert. Photo: Waldo SwiegersSource: UGC
South Africa is a country that has a lot of minerals, diverse cultures, and wealth.
It is one of the wealthiest nations on the continent and houses many rich citizens.
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An aerial view of Hermanus. Photo: Pedro FiúzaSource: UGC
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They are beautiful areas that offer incredible views and houses.
She has a Bachelor of Commerce & IT from the University of Nairobi and joined Briefly.co.za in November 2019.
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A downhill view of Tulbagh. Photo: Frédéric SoltanSource: UGC
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