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Knysna
travel info
Knysna's uniqueness lies in its people, and this is reflected in
the many arts and crafts shops, and the vibrant cultural life of the
town.
A walk around town will reveal a treasure trove of interesting people
and unusual places. Many artists and musicians come here to consult
the muse, and the results are yours for the asking. There are
galleries and flea markets, workshops and buskers to delight and
entertain even the world-weariest visitor.
Two festivals are held annually that reflect Knysna's robust culture.
The Knysna Oyster Festival is a celebration of leisure, sport (the
popular Knysna marathon) and outdoor adventure. The Nederburg Arts
Festival celebrates the artists and performers who make up Knysna's
rich and diverse cultures.
Knysna is beautiful. It is a town that grew as a result of its beauty.
Of the lagoon and the amphitheatre of mountains that surround the
town. From the quiet beauty of its evergreen forests to the soaring
beauty of the heads, Knysna is beauty in abundance.
The Knysna Heads are the two sandstone sentinels that mark the mouth
of the Knysna Lagoon. In past centuries they were the scenes of many
dramatic shipwrecks. Today, scuba enthusiasts rate a dive to the wreck
of the Paquita on the Eastern Head to be the highlight of their visit.
Knysna is a unique birding destination because of its numerous
habitats-water, marshes, fynbos, grasslands and forest species can all
be seen within a relatively small area. There are more than 280
species of kingfisher, numerous raptors and the elusive Narina Trogon.
The Knysna forests attract visitors for hiking, cycling, horse riding
or simply exploring. You can still see the artists and craftsmen who
work with dedication to produce the finest furniture in the land.
The restaurants and pubs in and around the town offer a similarly wide
variety- you'll find local and continental cuisine to suit every
budget. Of course, you'll want to try the famous Knysna oysters.
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