©Photo Credit Hermien Webb

The Groot Marico Region, also known as ‘Bosman Country’, is rich in historical and cultural sites. These include battlefields, farmhouses, mills, historical settlements such as the Kwena settlement near Olifanstnek, the Hurutshe town of Kaditswhene, remnants of the Middle Iron Age and, the Herman Charles Bosman Living Museum. Additionally there are various Anglo-Boer War sites and cultural attractions like Mampoer Distilleries.

Start at the Herman Charles Bosman Living Museum

Begin your exploration in the footsteps of one of South Africa’s most beloved writers, Herman Charles Bosman. The Living Museum, located in the heart of Groot Marico, is more than a tribute—it’s an immersive experience that brings Bosman’s characters and tales to life.

©Photo Credit Hermien Webb

Wander through re-created classrooms and homesteads, feel the spirit of Oom Schalk Lourens, and soak up the warm storytelling atmosphere that still lingers in the air.

Follow the Trails of History

From the literary to the legendary, your journey continues through the rugged bushveld, where time stands still and stories lie hidden in the landscape. Travel along scenic back roads and winding gravel tracks to discover a deeper layer of the Marico—its role in South Africa’s wartime history.

Scattered across the region are the graves of soldiers from the Anglo-Boer War, quietly resting in the veld where they once stood in battle. These silent memorials are a powerful reminder of the struggles and sacrifices of a bygone era.

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