14 August 2009

The Cradle of Humankind is turning 10

The Sterkfontein Caves, situated in Gauteng province, are a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999 and the area is called the Cradle of Humankind because it is believed to be the place where man originated millions of years ago. Among the stunning discoveries made at these Caves are the oldest human fossil and a skull of pre-historic female, which anthropologists have dubbed Mrs Ples.

Maropeng at the cradle of humankind from murray ralfe on Vimeo.

Maropeng Visitor Centre nearby is a world-acclaimed tourist destination and an area of spectacular beauty. A visit to the state-of-the-art Maropeng Museum, spread over a 47,000 hectare valley, takes you on an incredible journey back in time, literally millions of years in evolution.

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