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"Cradle of Humankind"
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"Cradle of Humankind"
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This designation groups the archaeological sites of Sterkfontein, Swartkrans, and Kromdraai. These sites have yielded over 500 fossilised hominid skeletons. The area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overview of the "Cradle of Humankind"
This designation groups the archaeological sites of Sterkfontein, Swartkrans, and Kromdraai. These sites have yielded over 500 fossilised hominid skeletons. The area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Type of place: archaeological site.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
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- Website: whc.unesco.org
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