Aliwal North

Description:

Aliwal North is situated on the Orange River in the Eastern Cape and falls within the Ukhahlamba District of South Africa.  Founded in 1850 named in tribute to Sir Harry Smith the then Governor of the Cape Colony, in memory of his victory over the Sikhs at the battle of Aliwal during the First Sikh War in India in 1846.  Aliwal North is the centre of a prosperous farming community with main products in wool, maize, wheat, beef and dairy.

The principal attractions of Aliwal North are its two hot mineral springs and the park in the centre of the town that was named after Sir Harry Smith`s wife Juana Maria de Los Dolores de Leon, Juana Square Gardens.

Attractions, activities and accommodation in and around Aliwal North: Kerkplein Museum, San Rock Artwork, Aliwal Spa Holiday Resort, Buffelspruit Nature Reserve, Spanish Haven Guest House, Iniklofie Lodge and its many old and historical buildings.

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