Orania Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Northern Cape, South Africa
About Orania
Orania was built as a temporary settlement for non-white construction workers building the nearby Vanderkloof Dam in 1963. It was abandoned after the dam was completed in 1976. The town was re-founded in 1991 as an Afrikaner-only village to promote the language of Afrikaans and Afrikaner culture. The modern town was formed when a group of Afrikaners bought the land. Since that time the town has grown to a community of approximately 2,400 people (in 2021), with several restaurants, hostels, and businesses. As an intentional community dedicated to Afrikaner culture, to settle in Orania one must identify as an Afrikaner, be a practising Dutch Reformed Christian, and be approved by the town representatives. However, persons of all backgrounds are welcome to visit the town. Due to its nature as
Where to Eat in Orania
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Orania Oewer Restaurant
Where to Stay in Orania
- 🏨Orania Oewerhotel en Spa
Orania Travel Guide Sections
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