Welkom

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General Information

Welkom is South Africa's youngest city and is situated in the Lejweleputswa region of the Free State. Directly translated from Afrikaans Welkom means "welcome".

The town naturally evolved when gold was discovered here in the 1940's on a farm called St Helena. Welkom has grown in subsequent years at a rate matched with Johannesburg. The city has a very effective road system which uses traffic circles in the majority instead of traffic lights, giving Welkom the nickname "Circle City".

Accommodation

There are many accommodation options in Welkom from Bed and Breakfasts and Guest Houses to Hotels and self-catering units. Please see the accommodation directory for more information on the places to stay in and around this area.

Activities

Welkom offers the tourist many things to do and see which include the following:-

Ernest Oppenheimer Theatre
Flamingo Pan - beautiful recreation area
Gold Museum - showcasing the history of gold mining
Mine Tours
Monuments - examples: the Aandek, Afrikaans Language Monument, Joanne Pim Monument, WWII Monument, Voortrekker Memorial, MOTH Memorial
Museum of Welkom
North Park Fleamarket
Parks - examples: Central Park, Peter Pan Park, Van Riebeeck Park and West Park
Phakisa Raceway
Theronia Pan - bird sanctuary
Goldfields Casino
SA Gem Factory

Please see the activities directory for more information.

Businesses

Welkom has many restaurants catering to all tastes and budgets. This city is diverse with many shops and products to choose from. For more information on the businesses in the area, please view the business directory or add your own free business listing.

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