Pilgrim's Rest: Pilgrim's Rest, South Africa

Pilgrim's Rest

A visit to Pilgrim's Rest is truly a step back into those glorious days with their many and varied characters who have shaped this area.

This little village, with its colourful history, is probably the most picturesque and charming spot in the area. In 1873, Alec Patterson found alluvial gold in the stream which flows through the valley. The news spread like wild-fire and sparked off the world's biggest gold rush of the time. Before long, the town had twenty one stores, three bakeries, various drinking halls and many other establishments. Nowhere else in the world was gold ever mined in more beautiful and romantic surroundings. Mining continued until 1972 when the last operations ceased. Today Pilgrim's Rest is a living museum, preserved in the exact architectural style of the gold rush period, boasting various buildings, unchanged externally for more than a century. No visit to this area is complete without exploring the magic of Pilgrim's Rest and trying your hand at gold panning.

The historical town of Pilgrim's Rest was declared a living museum in 1976 to preserve the history of gold mining in the Mpumalanga Lowveld.

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	Royal Hotel Pilgrim's Rest (PILROY001) From $51 per person per night	The Royal Hotel in Pilgrim's Rest is perhaps one of South Africa's best known hotels. This national monument is famous for its atmosphere and world class service and facilities. The Royal Hotel is impeccably restored to reflect true late Victorian style.

	Mount Sheba From $92 per person per night	Mount Sheba, sleepily tucked away amongst the mountains, above the historic mining town of Pilgrims Rest, is the ideal Mpumalanga getaway, surrounded by indigenous forests. Explore the awe inspiring Blyde River Canyon and God's Window or take in the wildlife of the nearby Kruger National Park.

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	13 Day Mpumalanga / Limpopo Province Self Drive (JIA-2-JIAZ) From $1428 per person per night	Relax in some of the most beautiful surroundings in South Africa, learn more about South Africa's interesting cultures and explore the famous Kruger National Park. Stay in luxury lodges and hotels as well as comfortable cottages in the Krugerpark. A most magnificent trip! *Tour Duration:* 13 days

	9 Day Mpumalunga & KwaZulu Natal Game & Scenic Safari(JIA-DIAA) From per person per night	Explore the provinces of Mpumalunga and KwaZulu Natal on this 9-day self-drive safari tour. Discover the historical village of Pilgrims Rest, the famous Sabi Sand Reserve, the beauty of Swaziland as well as the beautiful Phinda Private Game Reserve, with your final destination being Durban. *Tour Duration:* 9 days

	South Africa Culture & Safari (JIA-CIAF) From per person per night	Visit Lesedi 'the Place of Light' where 5 different cultures reside, enjoy the beauty & splendor of the Mpumalanga Province and explore the fairest Cape in the world. A 9-day tour that is not to be missed! *Tour Duration:* 9 days

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Car hire
	Toyota Avanza 1.5SX or Similar (IDMR) (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport)
	Hyundai Tucson 2x4 or Similar (IFMR) (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport)
	VW Golf Chico or Similar (EDMN) (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport)
	Mercedes Benz C180 or Similar (PDAR) (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport)
	Toyota Avensis or Similar (SDAR) (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport)
	Toyota Verso or Similar (IMMR) (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport)
	VW Polo Classic or Similar (CCMR) (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport)
	Kia Picanto or Similar (ECMN) (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport)
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Blyde River Canyon The 26 km long canyon sculpted by the Blyde River is one of the most awe-inspiring and majestic sights in the country. There are several viewing sites along the edge of the gorge offering spectacular... More »»

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