Lots to See and Do in Polokwane

Q: I'm planning on taking my family to Polokwane in mid-February and I'd like to know what local attractions, game parks or small trips can we enjoy in and around Polokwane. - Ras Magosi Magakwe

A: With its mix of jacaranda and coral trees, Polokwane is a pretty city with a number of interesting attractions. One that most visitors find fascinating is the Bakone Malapa Northern Sotho Open-Air Museum, which gives you a chance to experience the way of life of the North Sotho people. See how fire making, maize grinding and beer brewing are carried out as it would have been done centuries ago. You can take a day trip to the Kruger National Park, but if you prefer a more intimate experience closer to the city, try the Polokwane Game Reserve. Located five kilometres south of the city, it has a host of scenic walks and around 21 species of animal. Two of the scenic attractions are the Makapansgat Valley, a beautiful basin with a number of caves, and the Modjadji Cycad Reserve, which is near the home of the fabled rain queen. You can also visit the city's museum, with its fascinating photographic collection, and the art gallery in the Library Gardens building. (15/1/12)