Western Cape, South Africa · Africa
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Beaufort West is a town located in Western Cape, South Africa. With a population of 44,737, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, Beaufort West sits in South Africa, where you drive on the left. It's in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Beaufort West to your route.
Beaufort West (Afrikaans: Beaufort-Wes; Xhosa: eBhobhofolo) is a town in the Western Cape province in South Africa. It is the largest town in the arid Great Karoo region, and is known as the "Capital of the Karoo". It forms part of the Beaufort West Local Municipality, with 34,085 inhabitants in 2011.
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centre of an agricultural district based mainly on sheep farming, and is a significant town and logistical support hub on the N1 national road.
Next door to Beaufort West is the Karoo National Park. Important Permian fossils have been found in the area to the west of the town. These were initially found by David Baird, son of the local magistrate in 1827. The old Town Hall and the Dutch Reformed Church have been declared national monuments.
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Beaufort West is located in Western Cape, South Africa, Africa. The coordinates are -32.3567 latitude, 22.5830 longitude.
Beaufort West has a population of approximately 44,737 people, making it a town in South Africa.
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