Brits
South Africa · North WestZA
Town in North West, South Africa
Brits is a town in the North West Province of South Africa. It is situated in a fertile citrus, vegetable and grain-producing area that is irrigated by the waters of the Hartbeespoort Dam. It is close to the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality in Gauteng, which includes Pretoria, and it has the same dialling code as Pretoria. In addition to being a centre for agriculture, the city is home to several heavy industries.The city also plays an important role in the South African mining industry: 94% of South Africa's platinum comes from the Rustenburg and Brits districts, which together produce more platinum than any other single area in the world. In addition, there is a large vanadium mine in the district.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 477,381
- Coordinates
- -25.635, 27.780
- Timezone
- Africa/Johannesburg
- Elevation
- 1118 m
Overview of Brits
Brits is a sizeable city in North West, South Africa. Population figures land around 477,381. The altitude here is around 1,118 m. Which shapes the pace of a visit. The activity mix leans towards culture. The southern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates.
Things to do in Brits
Culture in Brits
(1)On the culture side, Brits offers Fountains. Everything listed here comes from what Brits is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Getting there & around
Expect national and often international links into Brits, plus transport inside the city. Brits runs on Africa/Johannesburg time.
Similar destinations
Places near Brits that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brits known for?
- In North West, South Africa, Brits stands out for culture. That mix defines the typical visit to this 477,381-strong destination.
- What can you do in Brits?
- Options in Brits run to Fountains — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- Where is Brits located?
- You will find Brits in North West, South Africa. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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