Umtata Attractions
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Umtata was capital of the Transkei homeland, which was given independence in 1976. In 1994 the territory, which is not economically viable on its own, again became part of South Africa.
Umtata and the territory of the former homeland are mainly occupied by Xhosa, a people made up of a number of different tribal communities which have preserved their various traditions and dialects.
The town lies in a hilly region, surrounded by grassland. The land is mostly used for grazing livestock; arable farming is possible only in a small part of the area.
Umtata and the territory of the former homeland are mainly occupied by Xhosa, a people made up of a number of different tribal communities which have preserved their various traditions and dialects.
The town lies in a hilly region, surrounded by grassland. The land is mostly used for grazing livestock; arable farming is possible only in a small part of the area.
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Mkambati Nature Reserve
The Mkambati Nature Reserve encompasses a stretch of coastline, with scenery that includes beaches, mangroves, grasslands, and forests.