ACTIVITIES - WHAT
TO DO IN AND
AROUND ADELAIDE
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SIGHTSEEING IN THE TOWN
This is a good way to begin a
visit.
The town's history is reflected
in various historic homes, graceful churches and monuments while the
large "square" - actually more of an island - with its trees,
gardens and the municipal offices, makes a fine centre piece to the
town.
Shady palm trees lining the
streets impart a character of its own to Adelaide.
The town museum was the
parsonage of the Dutch Reformed Church from 1860 to 1964 and is a
fine example of a two storey colonial era house. It is a
national monument and has been finished in period style and
houses collections of textiles and clothes, glass, porcelain,
Wedgwood and silver. There is a bandstand in the garden and
various outbuildings.
For a glimpse of the traditions,
culture and way of life of the Xhosa people, one can visit the
township taverns and shebeens to sample traditional cooking, watch
the dancing and perhaps purchase traditional beadwork and arts and
crafts at reasonable prices. |
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SPORTS IN THE TOWN
Squash, tennis, bowls and golf
are catered for. The nine hole golf course was established in
1892.
OUT AND ABOUT IN THE
DISTRICT
 Adelaide lying to the south of
the Winterberg Mountains and their associated foothills, there are
various spectacular scenic drives to be enjoyed.
Mountain biking is very popular
and the Winterberg Mountain Bike Race takes place every year in
October.
Rock climbers can do their thing
at Fort Fordyce.
There is no shortage of 4x4
trails, cycling routes, game viewing, bass and trout fishing and
hiking trails.
The countryside is a naturalist's
delight with a rich diversity of flora and fauna and excellent bird
watching.
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