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The folklore behind South Africa’s most enigmatic places | SA News

South Africa’s landscapes are not just breathtaking, they’re storied.

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From the mist-shrouded peaks of the Drakensberg to the endless plains of the Karoo, every mountain, cave, and valley hums with tales whispered through generations. These myths aren’t mere relics of the past; they shape how locals see their land, turning geography into something sacred, mysterious, and deeply human.

The Drakensberg: mountains of dragons and spirits

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The Zulu name uKhahlamba, meaning “Barrier of Spears,” already hints at the Drakensberg’s grandeur. But its English name, “Dragon Mountains,” comes from legends that something far more…

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