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Mgwali
Experience
true Xhosa Culture
Mgwali
Village in the Eastern Cape
Mgwali
Village is one of the oldest
settlements in the Eastern Cape
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A
genuine South African village, the centre
of which is the "Market Place".
Join the bustle of villagers selling and
swapping their goods. Buy local craft
work and meet the artists and craftsmen.
Take a ride in an ox-cart and browse
through the museum.
A Warm Welcome awaits you from the people
of Mgwali. Your tour guide will walk you
through the village and introduce you to
the people. Realise life in a thatched
hut and cooking over an open fire.
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You will be invited into
private homes where you will see the Xhosa beer
made and be able to taste it. Try traditional
food, bread and mngqusho cooked slowly over the
fire. An unforgettable taste experience.
Visit the Sangoma's; pipe makers and sages. Enjoy
the traditional singing and dancing of the young
girls in their welcome. Ancient ceremonies still
take place in Mgwali, traditional dress is still
worn and old pipes are still being smoked.
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The village is rich in
photo opportunities, brilliant colours and
breathtaking scenery. Take plenty of film.
Facilities include back pack accommodation in
which villagers invite tourists to remain in
their homes as paying guests. Local Bed &
Breakfasts and accomodation in nearby
Stutterheim.
Mgwali is situated 25km east of Stutterheim, near
the Amatola Mountains. Please phone in advance to
arrange your visit.
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Contact
Ncamiso Kotobe:
043-6832721
or
Stutterheim
Business Centre:
043-6832024
or
Richard Ntame:
043-6831052
or
E-Mail: sbac@eci.co.za
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