This week I was invited by Durban Tourism to take part in
the Discover Durban challenge and to explore the Inanda Heritage Route. I
joined a group of media, celebrities, influencers and even Sharks Rugby players
to explore this route. This being Heritage Month it is the perfect time to
explore Durban and all it has to offer.
We set off on a trip which took us to Inanda. This was all
part of the Hello Spring campaign which Durban Tourism presented. They took us
on a tour of the many interesting nodes in the area.
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| The Gandhi Sculpture at the Settlement |
Our first stop was the Gandhi Settlement. Here you can find
out much information about Gandhi and his many quotes are all over the venue.
You will also find a statue of the man. The settlement also features a
reconstruction of the original house which was burnt down during the 1985
Inanda Riots.
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| The grave of John L. Dube |
Our next stop was the Ohlange Institute which was started by
John Langalibalele Dube in 1900. He became the first president of the African
National Congress. His grave is on the premises. President Nelson Mandela cast
his vote in the first democratic election of 1994 at the Ohlange Institute.
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| Plenty of fun activities at Inanda Dam |
After that we headed off to the breath taking Inanda Dam. It
comes up at you from out of nowhere and the views are quite spectacular. It is
located on the Mngeni River near Hillcrest, Kwazulu Natal. If you love water
sports, camping, kayaking or biking this is the place for you. Photographers
will also love the views and Instaworthy spots. It’s only a 30 minute drive
from Durban. The Durban Green Corridor runs a trail centre next to the dam.
Here you can find break facilities, sanitation as well as secure parking.
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| Holly Rey |
We finished the day at Ezweni Lodge and then had lunch
overlooking the Inanda Dam. At lunch we were serenaded by the likes of Holly
Rey who performed her hit single ‘Deeper’.
The Inanda Heritage Route has much to offer and this was
just some of the highlights. You can also explore Inanda Seminary, The Shembe
Church, The Water Fall and Rasta Caves at uMzinyathi Gorge and much more. There
is plenty of accommodation including the Bellabheka B&B and Ikhaya
lentokozo B&B, Egugwini guest house. If you are looking for a good late night
party check out Under The Moon or Maphisa Jazz Lounge. For a good meal try
Artizen restaurant or Nonku’s all in one kitchen. If you like to shop try
Bridge City or Dube Village Mall.
For more info contact Inanda Tourism: 031-322-2856
To book a Heritage Tour or Adventure Tour call 031-510-7008
or email: ink@inktourism.co.za
You can also contact Durban Tourism: www.visitdurban.travel or call 031-322-4164 or email info@visitdurban.travel
Find them on social media @dbntourism
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This edition and images by Fred Felton | Twitter @fredfelton
