Affectionately known as “the Jewel of the Free State”, Clarens is the premier tourist attraction the Free State has to offer. The quaint village at the foot of the Maluti Mountains has a relaxed atmosphere and enough activities to keep you busy. The town boasts a number of art galleries and includes a number of established artists as residents.

The town has long been known for the natural beauty of the surrounding area. The famed Golden Gate Highlands National Park is within close proximity of Clarens and a visit is essential. The park gets its name from the setting sun’s rays on the beautiful sandstone cliffs. The national park is the only one in the Free State, and it’s known for the beautiful landscape, rather than wildlife.

Clarens is very popular with visitors from Bloemfontein and Johannesburg, because of its relatively close proximity. The town also offers numerous activities to keep the whole family happy. There are 4X4 routes, fly-fishing, hiking, horse riding as well as white river rafting. These types of activities can only indicate a beautiful landscape that’ll leave you a rejuvenated individual.

The mountainous Kingdom of Lesotho is also quite close to Clarens and you’ll want to go there too. Lesotho is one of Africa’s best kept secrets that have a beautiful landscape and incredibly friendly people. If it’s the only visit you’ll ever make to the Fee State, it’s definitely worth every penny. Clarens is second to none when it comes to relaxing within beautiful scenery.

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