Top 3 Natural Wonders of South Africa’s Blyde River Canyon

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Blyde River Canyon established itself as one of South Africa’s most popular attractions thanks to its size and beauty. It’s the third-largest canyon in the world, and here are some of the most amazing spots you can find within its lush, green limestone rocks.

The Three Rondavels

If you’re always in the mood to discover unusual rock formations, it doesn’t get much better than the Three Rondavels. This trio of landmark grass-covered mountain peaks got this name because it resembles traditional African huts, known as rondavels.

Bourke’s Luck Potholes

Blyde River Canyon’s most Instagram-friendly attraction is this unusual geological phenomenon formed by water erosion. Cylindrical potholes are intercepted by interconnected whirling pools and bridges that connect them, and differences in soil levels give them amazing, varying colors.

God’s Window

If you’re constantly hunting for amazing views, make sure to find this scenic vantage point along the Drakensberg escarpment. It offers some of the most heavenly views in all of South Africa, and you can even spot the mountains of the Kruger National Park on a clear day.