Self Catering Accommodation Near Blood River Heritage Site
*All distances listed are as the crow flies, and not actual travel distances.
Blood River Heritage Site Reviews
More info about Blood River Heritage Site
Several kilometres west of Dundee in the KwaZulu-Natal Province lies the Blood River Heritage Site. The site commemorates an epic battle that took place between Voortrekkers and Zulus in 1838 and came to be known as the Battle of Blood River. The reason for the battle is still under debate, however, the Blood River Heritage Site describes the actual battle in detail and guides are on hand to offer tours through the facility. At the centre of the museum complex is an impressive wrought iron and bronze life-size casting of 64 wagons placed in a ‘laager’ formation. In this formation, wagons were placed in a circle and the Voortrekkers could then fire upon the Zulu impis (soldiers) from the safety of the inner circle. On the morning of 16 December 1838, the battle began, the impis with their assegais and swollen numbers against the smaller party of Voortrekkers with their rifles and 2 cannons. By the... Show more
About Self Catering
Self Catering places can be found from rural to urban areas and can vary in what they offer. They allow plenty freedom and is a great inexpensive way to spend your holiday. They have been widely classified as a “Home away from home”. This is a good option for guests who don’t mind cooking their own food, and are looking for a more independent and flexible form of accommodation. For budget and large families, we would recommend self-catering for a more personalised experience.