Greetings and welcome to another travel hot spot on the southernmost shores of the African continent. This little town called Knysna (pronounced with a silent K) is at the centre of the most idyllic region called the Garden Route.
Numerous lakes are dotted all along this coastline in this region and the town of Knysna is located on one of the larger lakes. It became a valuable part of the original trade route here because it's the only lake with access for boats coming in and going out to the Indian Ocean, via the Heads.
Traditionally this region was surrounded by vast masses of indigenous Forest which included massive old Yellow wood trees, hundreds of years old. Thus it became a timber region where sailing ships would come for repairs. Later other uses for the timber, like construction and furniture resulted in the evisceration of 97% of the original forest over the past few hundred years. However you can still explore the remaining forest at your leisure.
This is a popular holiday destination for locals and this few fortunate international travelers who stumble across this hidden gem. The indigenous forests were once home to vast herds of elephant. A few still remain and you can visit them in the nearby elephant sanctuary.
If you enjoy nature exploration and boating experiences then this little town will be one for you to discover. You could wake up to this view in the mornings from your guest house or AirBnB.
You will love this quiet and idyllic hideaway location so much that once you discover it, you might wish to stay longer. The exchange rate is very favorable for international travelers from the global north. And the climate is mild all year long.
If you need a beautiful place for your retreat sanctuary from the challenging Northern Hemisphere, then this little gem of a tourist town on the far south coast of Africa is just the place for you. You'll find it offers healing for body, mind and soul. Be sure to add it to your travel itinerary. You won't be disappointed.
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Stunning view, thanks for sharing. You are lucky 😊. Jai shree Krishna.
!giphy stunning
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Thank you bhai, yes perhaps due to past life, I've been materially blessed to take birth in this beautiful healthy region. And spiritually blessed to also discover the Vedas of India.
Thank you for bringing such beautiful sight to us. Living in a crowded city and working all the time has made me insensitive, but looking at the blue waters and the clear sky and greenary reminded me of home 🏠.
Enjoy the serinity and peace.
❤️☮️
You're making a big sacrifice moving to the city for your work. When the time is right you can find a more suitable location surrounded by nature for your peace of mind and health.
Wishing you all the best.
great place, I have been there but long time ago.
Thanks for the post.
It's still lovely, if you ever get a chance to return.
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