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Loskop Destination Guide
Delve into Loskop in South Africa
Loskop in the region of KwaZulu-Natal is located in South Africa - some 237 mi or ( 382 km ) South of Pretoria , the country's capital .
Local time in Loskop is now 10:01 AM (Tuesday) . The local timezone is named " Africa/Johannesburg " with a UTC offset of 2 hours. Depending on your mobility, these larger destinations might be interesting for you: Qacha's Nek, Mokhotlong, Maseru, Winterton, and Sweetwaters. While being here, you might want to check out Qacha's Nek . Are you curious about the possible sightseeing spots and facts in Loskop ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Bloukrans River (KwaZulu-Natal)
The Bloukrans River (KwaZulu-Natal) originates in the Emangosini foothills of the Njesuthi Drakensberg, in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa. It proceeds in a north-easterly direction, passing the village of Frere, until it joins the Tugela River. The river and its tributaries are mostly undammed, though limited irrigation occurs from its upper reaches. Its original Dutch name Blaauwekrans referred to bluish cliff faces present in the area.
Located at -28.93 29.74 (Lat./Long.); Less than 12 km away
Drakensberg Boys' Choir School
Drakensberg Boys Choir School is a school near the small town of Winterton, in the heart of the Drakensberg mountain range in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The school educates the members of Drakensberg Boys Choir. It was founded in 1967 and claims to be the only choir school in Africa. Enrollment is approximately 100 boys aged 9 to 15. The school has a 600-seat auditorium constructed in 1995 and holds weekly concerts.
Located at -29.02 29.44 (Lat./Long.); Less than 20 km away
Battle of Colenso
The Battle of Colenso was the third and final battle fought during the Black Week of the Second Boer War. It was fought between British and Boer forces from the independent South African Republic and Orange Free State in and around Colenso, Natal, South Africa on 15 December 1899. Inadequate preparation and reconnaissance, and uninspired leadership led to a heavy, and in some respects humiliating, British defeat.
Located at -28.73 29.82 (Lat./Long.); Less than 30 km away
Relief of Ladysmith
When the Second Boer War broke out on 11 October 1899, the Boers had a numeric superiority within Southern Africa. They quickly invaded the British territory and laid siege to Ladysmith, Kimberley and Mafeking. Britain meanwhile transported thousands of troops both from the United Kingdom itself and from elsewhere in the Empire and by the time the siege of Ladysmith had been lifted, had a huge numeric superiority.
Located at -28.73 29.82 (Lat./Long.); Less than 30 km away
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