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Historic

According to Patricia Storrar, page 23 of her book “Portrait of Plettenberg Bay”, ships came all the way up the Piesang River from the earliest times, even before the establishment of Plettenberg Bay, which proves that Piesang Valley area developed before the Plett CBD area developed, and there were many people and many labourers living in Piesang Valley where the first church and later schools were built, to provide in the spiritual and educational needs of the inhabitants.
Info source: http://www.plett-tourism.co.za/piesang-valley-brief-history/

Historic

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Dramatic

Drakensberg Sun is one of the most striking country resorts in South Africa. The beauty is based on the extensive use of natural materials, polished wood and rich earthy colours. With the accent on comfort, the luxury rooms and suites offer uninterrupted mountain views. Drakensberg Sun Resort is located high in the glorious Cathkin Park area of the central Drakensberg Mountains, set in a dramatic landscape, offering breathtaking views and fresh mountain air. Drakensberg Suns restaurant overlooks the resort’s private lake to offer an excellent buffet and a la carte menu. Throughout the day, light snacks and drinks can be enjoyed at the poolside terrace. Drakensberg Sun has a proven track record for hosting seminars, conferences, banquets and intimate special functions. Drakensberg Sun resort offers a wide range of activities from boating, sundowner cruises on the lake, pitch and putt, tennis, squash, volleyball, as well as spectacular mountain hikes, guided hikes and mountain biking. The excellent Champagne Sports Golf Course is nearby and the Drakensberg Sun has 2 outdoor swimming pools.

Dramatic

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Tumble

The Robberg Peninsula is situated on the western side of Plettenberg Bay. In the 15th century Robberg was first named “Cabo talhado” (Sharp Cape) by the Portuguese and in around 1750 it was named Robberg (Seal Mountain) by the Dutch. Robberg has a unique rock formation where some of the oldest and youngest rocks in the world can be found in close proximity to each other. Robberg consists of 3 distinct layers known as the Robberg formation. Robberg is not only a unique geological site, but is also archaeological very interesting, with caves along the Peninsula that were inhabited for more than 19 thousand years.

Tumble

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