S1 - Ep 223 - Leliefontein and Tweerivier - Two Settlements in the Kamiesberg Mountains!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ธ.ค. 2022
- When we left Garies, we took an absolutely fantastic gravel road off the N7. The solid massive rocks which were literally the size of mountains were something to behold. The village of Tweerivier was not part of our plan but when we saw it, there was just no way we could just pass by. For us who live in big cities or even bigger towns where everything we need and want is just around the corner, this was eye-opening. Then we were off to Leliefontein. The drive through the Kamiesberg Mountains was superb. The church which has been in existence since 1816 was epic. So much history in this place. It was worthwhile visiting these two settlements! #DustBugs #adventuretravel #southafrica #southafricavlog #travelongravel #leliefontein #tweerivier #kamiesberg #garies #northerncape
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I appreciate the hard work that goes into this channel. I know it takes hours to put together these videos with all the editing, nevermind the work that goes into researching these towns and driving there. We get this all for free and visit places we'd never see otherwise. I think in return the least we can do is push the like and subscribe buttons which is very little effort. This will positively effect the algorithms to help the channel grow. C'mon let's push subscriptions up to 10,000 just by pressing your pinkie down on the like and subscribe buttons.
Thank you, you're very kind to do this. ☺️ We so appreciate you supporting our channel and encouraging others to do the same! 🚗👍🏻
Goats are cute, but oh hell, they eat everything, even the washing off the line! Love the sprinkaan that flew past Yes, we are so spoiled arent we. A place like Twee Rivier is an eye opener. Never mind shops and medical facilities, each house had its own outdoor k##huis! Humble but so clean and ordentlik. I am blown away. What a beautiful road. And the church is magnificent. So interesting to get the Anglo Boer War history.
I'm glad you enjoyed this episode and the colourful somersaulting grasshopper! 🦗 We are indeed super spoilt and one only fully realises it when one visits places like these. The goats and donkeys were special sightings along the way and the landscape stark, but incredibly beautiful. The church had us speechless, it was a sacred moment to enter that building which has stood there for over 200 years! Thanks for coming with us! 😁🚗
@@DustBugsTravel That grasshopper was a real show-off I would have bundled a donkey baby into the back of my car...
Wow thanks for the walk down memory lane. I grew up in Lieliefontein my late father was a Methodist minister there from 1966 to 1971 he built the school at Twee Rivier and was very loved by many people of the area. We lived in the manse next to the church. When I lived there the houses were mainly Matjies huts. I still have contact with many of the locals but seeing the church and place of a wonderful free childhood brought back some sad and yet wonderful memories. Thank you !
How fantastic to hear from you who have such a close association with Leliefontein and Tweerivier! Thank you for sharing those bittersweet memories and all the info with us. We were there just a few short weeks ago for our first visit and our memories of these two villages are still vivid. Both of them had a huge impact on us as people and we so respect those who are able to make a living in that remote and harsh environment. We were very impressed and surprised that Tweerivier, for such a tiny village, had a school and to hear that your late dad built the school, is super special! The church in Leliefontein blew us away! We couldn't believe that it was still in such good condition and it was quite a sacred moment to be able to enter and have a look around. We appreciate you watching our video and your comment. 😊💒
Just loved the tortoise, goats and the Donkeys so beauriful. These two places show that even though its a challenge one can make it work. Houses not on top of each other and that comunity garden so beautifu. Another thing I loved was that winding road in the distance through the mountain. Wow lovely. Thank you for this amazing episode.!!!!!
I thought you may enjoy all those fantastic animals we saw next to the road! 😍 You're so right, these two settlements are a true example of making it work, despite facing many obstacles. They enjoy a different quality of life in that remote wilderness. We appreciate you visiting these two special, special places with us! 😁🚗
I, too, enjoyed every moment of this adventure!
Pragtige kerk . Die plekkie is in die grammadoelas . 😂
It was wonderful to visit the church, I couldn't believe it's 206 years old already! 💒 Those people know how to carve out an existence in those remote parts. 😍🚗
Thank you. Now i also have been there. Such rich history embedded in this settlement. I love your trips
We're so glad you came along! It was a fantastic experience to visit these two places which we've never even heard of before! We'll see you in the next town! 😁🚗
Dustbugs We Love You!! Thank you for bringing interest into our lives without all the bitterness shoved down our throats each and all day. I am a pensioner and envy you your tenacity.
A suggestion. Or two. A bit of history, what do the people survive on, What sustains them, why do they stay and do there etc., and the most important of all...surely your cameraperson can do with a bit of recognition for her brilliant work. I am sure she is prettier than you top spot stealer!!.
Thank you so much, we're very happy to hear that you enjoy our videos. 🤩 In this specific video we included a bit of everything you mention, as we do in most of our videos. We're in- the-moment travellers though and we don't want to get bogged down by too much research and serious stuff and, for us to continue enjoying our travels, we have to focus on the lighter side of things for the most part. My darling wife is not interested to appear on camera nor in doing the filming. So, until she relents, my ugly mug will have to do. 😁 I do most of the filming out of the window as we drive. We appreciate you watching and hope that you will visit many more places with us! 🚗😊
Thank you for sharing your adventures with us. I live in the UK but prior to Covid, I've been lucky enough to visit S Africa twice a year for several years since I retired. I normally just take a rental car and drive where the mood takes me. I'm finally hoping to get back there again in Feb/March '23 and you're giving me some great ideas.
Reis veilig en geniet 'n geseënde en gelukkige Kersfees.
Greetings to you in the UK! You must be super excited for your upcoming trip to our beautiful country! ✈️🇿🇦 There are literally hundreds of little villages, settlements and towns to visit and explore, so you're absolutely spoilt for choice. It sounds like you're no stranger to the lesser-travelled roads, so you'll have an amazing time! 😁🚗 Thank you for the beautiful wishes in perfect Afrikaans! The two of us would like to wish you and your loved ones a blessed Festive Season as well.
@@DustBugsTravel Thank you.
Thank you for presenting the ethos of these hidden places.I hope that more viewers realise that an invaluable record is being made of the little known country and will be preserved into larger history of our country.I think you should start a travel business emphasizing origins , history, geography , and other unique captivating adventures.
Thank you for your kind comment. 😊 We absolutely love visiting remote and forgotten places and telling parts of their stories. We still work full-time and are literally tourists in our own country during the weeks we're able to travel. We don't do extensive research and believe in experiencing things and places in the moment through fresh eyes. For us, that is the true essence of travel and what we enjoy most. We appreciate you watching! 😁🚗
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I think you’ve hit on the perfect formula! And am sooo envious 😜
You should watch their previous episodes in the Free State, some very interesting facts that were highlighted there.
Hi guys this one was definitely off the beaten track I had no idea places like these existed great old church beautifully kept for its 200 years age and more history than meets the eye are the people who live there Griquas ?? As your good lady wife said very intriguing place thanks for another great video cheerio till the next one
These were two fascinating villages to visit and explore. The residents are mostly descendants of the Nama, who were the earlier inhabitants of this area, amongst others. The church is so beautifully-preserved and it was an honour to be able to see the inside. 💒 We look forward to seeing you at the next stop! 😁🚗
Baie intressant.Ek gniet dit hier van ver af! Groete uit LIma Peru!
Love to travel along with you. Many of these small hubs I have never seen. Beautiful diverse country South Africa.
It's great having you along for the ride as we explore these remote places. 🇿🇦 We also never knew they even existed until I started planning our trip. 😁🚗
I also love goats, donkeys, sheep and cows, Sonia ☺️ and as with the two of you, my husband and I always stop to admire both domesticated and wildlife when we get the opportunity to travel.
It's good to know we're not the only ones! 😁🐏🐴 We can just never get enough of them. We've got a few firm favourites and we happened to see a good few of them on this one stretch of road. It was fantastic and we couldn't stop smiling! If Sonia had her way, the whole video would've been about tortoises, donkeys and goats! 🐢🚗
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Leliefontein was established in 1816 by Rev. Barnabas Shaw. The church was build in 1854.
Thank you for the correction. 👍🏻
As an Afrikaner, the most embarrassing bit of history. The brutal massacre by genl Manie Maritz left a legacy of hurt to Leliefontein and its people.
It was interesting to note at least one of the names on the AWB memorial board in the church was the same as that of a former minister of the church. We were surprised to find AWB history here. Always sad to see. 😥
I will now have to read up on all of this 😊
@@DustBugsTravel AWB?? or ABW, maybe?
Indeed! 👍Thanks for pointing that out.
Apparently Maritz justified his massacre because those he killed were informers for the English....
Love this type of town.
Was this not your first 200 year old church. Or did i miss one?
It's hard to remember them all, but I think you may be correct! And what a special find this church was. Again, we wonder if only walls could talk. 💒 🚗
As you exit town back to Kamies, you see a telkom tower opposite the tall beacon. I drove out there in 2020. There's a breathtaking view behind the telkom tower complex
Thanks for the info! 👍🏻
That blue sky👌👌👌👌
Bluer than blue let me tell you. And sometimes not a cloud in the sky. ☀️🌍
Wow! The church!!!
Yup, truly amazing. I was so happy to get inside. 😍💒
7k Subscribers 🎉👏🏻💃🏻
Thank you, thank you! 🍾🥂
7,000 subscribers...congratulations 👍✨️...two incredibly interesting villages showcased in this episode and a spectacular road to travel on too!! I cannot wait for tomorrow's episode...I am guessing that its Kamieskroon.
Gratitude! 🤩 We thought you may enjoy these two little places, so remote, yet so fascinating with amazing people! As for our next destination, we can't wait to see you there! 👑🚗
Thank You Guys!!! All I can say is a heart felt thank You 🙏🏻 for showcasing these episodes
You're so welcome! We're glad to hear that you enjoy watching them as much as we enjoy filming them! 😎🚗
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These out-of-the-way places are wonderful to visit.
True story! These two settlements were fantastic to visit, we're so glad we took the time to do so. Glad you enjoyed them too! 👌🏻🇿🇦
The things that have happened throughout history can hardly be explained. Sad to say the least.
And they continue to happen today, that's almost the worst of it all for me. 😢 Us as humans just simply never learn.
Hello, another 2 for one deal with small towns i never got too see....this video was amazing. Thank you 🙂
2 for 1! 😎 Tweerivier was just too teeny, in my darling wife's words, to be alone in an episode. What amazing places these two were! Always happy to hear from you, especially if you enjoyed an episode! Thanks for joining us! 😁🚗
@@DustBugsTravel waiting patiently for the next upload 😇. Stay safe and travel safe
Thank you for an insight to these two towns in the Kammiesberge. Well I'm not sure if you just missed it or at the time were not aware of the Wetland area just behind the Methodist church in Leliefontein. There is a spring forming part of Wetland with lilies all around the Wetland area. This was the origin of the name of the Town. Also I noticed you missed the Methodist church in OKIEP (not far away from the Catholic Church just down the same street). But all in all great info you're sharing with us here. Keep on showing us these remote rural towns. Thank you so much. God Bless.🙏🏾🙏🏾
Here's a link to the Leliefontein Wetland Area.
th-cam.com/video/3r3QFAY00e0/w-d-xo.html
Thank you for the info about the Leliefontein wetland, we had no idea! 👍🏻 We thoroughly enjoyed our visits to these special settlements of Lelieveld and Tweerivier. Okiep was also an interesting stop. It is never our goal though to include every single place of interest in every town or place since it's simply impossible to do so. We choose to focus on what we do get to see and don't fuss too much about what we missed. 🤷🏼♂️ I'm glad to hear you enjoy our videos, we appreciate you watching. 😁🚗
The very sad location where Genl Manie Maritz was involved in a skirmish with the local coloured people. They accused each other on foul play ......the real reason unknown
The Leliefontein Massacre, indeed a very sad event in the history of the Nama people and South Africa. 😥
Still enjoying every bit of the videos. However,I wish people could petition the ministry of national monuments & museums,whatever the ministry is called,for rendering numerous heritage sites,cemetries,monuments etc etc,derelict! We can only preserve our history by maintaining these sites & i know the money is there BUT someone doesnt want to use it as allocated😭😭
We echo your sentiments and have seen too much destruction of irreplacable and historical places and items. 😢🏛 There seems to be a fair bit of ambuity online as to who exactly is responsible for heritage sites, which would include national monuments. It looks like there is a distinction between provincial heritage sites which fall under provincial authorities and national heritage sites which are the responsibility of SAHRA or the South Afridan Heritage Resources Agency. It is probably exactly this unertaintly which leads to the sites not being taken care of and maintained as they should and deserve to be. I'm glad to hear you're enjoying our trip to various spots in Namaqualand. 👌🏻🚗
So the donkeys belong to Tweerivier
I'm not sure who owns them, but they must belong to locals in the area. 🤷🏼♂️🐴
Are they wild donkeys or they are domestic?
They're wild donkeys in my view. 😍🐴
Giving way to the goats🤣 Typical city folk🤣🤣🤣
They do and will always have right of way as far as we're concerned! 😍🐐