Cradock - Mountain Zebra National Park 



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The Mountain Zebra National Park (area 6536ha/16,144 ac), established in 1937, lies on the northern slopes of the Blankberg range (up to 2000m/6560ft), 24km/15mi southwest of Cradock. It is one of the finest National Parks in South Africa, on account both of its unique fauna and its magnificent scenery. It is also an area of archaeological interest in which remains of Paleolithic man have been found, and there is a cave containing Bushman paintings, reached on a well signposted road.
The park was established to ensure the survival of the mountain zebra. Standing only 1.25m/4ft high, with a reddish-brown nose and a white belly, the mountain zebra is in grave danger of extinction. In 1960 there were only 50 of them left, but the herd
The park was established to ensure the survival of the mountain zebra. Standing only 1.25m/4ft high, with a reddish-brown nose and a white belly, the mountain zebra is in grave danger of extinction. In 1960 there were only 50 of them left, but the herd
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Hobbies & Activities category: Archeological exhibit, museum; Hiking opportunity; Natural area; National park; Wildlife area, bird sanctuary
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