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Aberdeen Eastern Cape Karoo Heartland Information

Situated in the delightful Camdeboo Plains of the Eastern Karoo on the N9 between Graaff Reinet and the Garden Route, Aberdeen offers history for the mind and peace for the soul. The district is renowned for its wool and mohair, being the largest mohair producing area in South Africa. The town has an extremely healthy climate, a restful and rural atmosphere, unpolluted air and unequalled starry night skies.

Aberdeen was founded in 1856. Named after the birthplace of Rev. Andrew Murray in Scotland, it was originally a farm called Brakkefontein. The deeds to the land were signed by Lord Charles Somerset in 1817. Aberdeen is a declared architechtural conservation town and a veritable repository of styles incuding Victorian, Georgian, Karoo, German, Gothic Revival, Russian, Art Nouveau and Flemish Revival. Excellent examples of the ostrich baron dwellings can be seen.

Strolling through this historic town one is able to discover its rich heritage. Today Aberdeen is a town attracting many newcomers, some of them refugees from the big cities! With the healthy climate and the slow pace of life, the town presents a relaxing panacea for the stresses and strains of modern life.

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Aberdeen Tourism Info Eastern Cape Karoo Heartland

Eastern Cape Tourism
Cnr. Longfellow and Aquarium Rd, Quigney, East London - Tel:+27 (0) 43 701-9600 - Web: www.ecotourism.co.za
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