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3 reasons to visit Empangeni in KZN
Although it may be under your radar, the charming town of Empangeni is a hidden gem of the KwaZulu-Natal province. Located roughly 150km outside of Durban, the town of Empangeni was first known as a Norwegian Missionary town and is situated along the Mpangeni River.
Image credit: SA-Venues.com.
With the arrival of Tourism Month, we list some of the best experiences available, whether you’re travelling for business, as a family or for adventure.
Zulu immersion
South Africa is a country filled with centuries of history, and a significant part of that history is rooted in the Zulu culture, which can be explored at the Empangeni Art and Cultural History Museum. Erected in 1916 by the sugar farmers, the museum first served as the Old Town Hall, where locals held weddings, dances, concerts and other social gatherings.
Empangeni Art and Cultural History Museum, Empangeni
— Road Trip RSA (@RoadTripRSA) April 26, 2018
Coordinates -28.745271, 31.891399
Description
•Situated in old Town Hall dating from 1916.
•Local artists’ work on show.
•Cultural section covers town history and sugar cane industry. pic.twitter.com/vDSV7N19aj
Bird watching
The Zululand birding route stretches along the east coast, spreading across towns like Eshowe, Kozi Bay, Richards Bay and St. Lucia. Birding has grown in recent years, and the Sani Pass area was recently voted as one of the top 10 birding hot spots in Southern Africa by TripSavvy.
Exciting birds to keep an eye out for in the area include the Drakensberg rockjumper, the Gurney’s sugarbird, the bush blackcap and the Barratt’s warbler.
Big Five spotting
If you’re taking a road trip through KwaZulu-Natal province, a drive to Empangeni will be worth your while. Visit Thula Thula Game Reserve for a close-up look at some of the country’s wildlife including elephants, buffalos, rhinos, leopards and birds.
