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South Africa's third oldest town — rich in history and mountain vistas
It’s a little-known detail that the fairly unfamiliar South African town of Swellendam is, in fact, the 3rd oldest in the country. It’s also hugely significant to the heritage of South Africa with more than 50 provincial heritage sites, which largely comprise of iconic Dutch colonial architecture. Today, along the Main Road, the historic town blooms into a bustling centre of activity that nestles up to the Langeberg mountain with several quaint shops and restaurants worth visiting.
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Average temperatures in Swellendam vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel pleasant most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The best time to visit Swellendam is from January until April and October until December. Many of the town’s establishments take mid-winter breaks, so it’s best to avoid visiting from June to September.
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