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Botshabelo

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Township in Free State, South Africa

Botshabelo, meaning "a place of refuge", is a large township set up in 1979. It is located east of Bloemfontein in the present-day Free State province of South Africa. Botshabelo is now the largest township in Free State and is the second largest township in South Africa.

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Coordinates
-29.267, 26.726
Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation
1423 m
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Overview of Botshabelo

Botshabelo is the kind of spot you find in Free State, South Africa. The local offer centres on culture. It lies in the southern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar. You are about 1,423 metres up.

Things to do in Botshabelo

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Culture in Botshabelo

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Culture in Botshabelo covers Fountains. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Botshabelo.

Fountains

Getting there & around

Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in Free State plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to Africa/Johannesburg on arrival.

Similar destinations

Places near Botshabelo that share the same kinds of activities.

Frequently asked questions

What is Botshabelo known for?
Travellers associate Botshabelo with culture. It sits in Free State, South Africa.
What can you do in Botshabelo?
Botshabelo is tagged with Fountains, which is enough to structure a first visit.
Where is Botshabelo located?
Botshabelo belongs to Free State, South Africa, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.

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