Blyde River Canyon

　　    Blyde River Canyon (Blyde River Canyon) is situated to the west of South Africa’s Kruger National Park (Kruger National Park) and is the second most popular tourist attraction in Mpumalanga Province after the Mpumalanga National Park.

　　    The Blyde River Canyon stretches approximately 26 kilometers in length, with an average depth of 762 meters, and is primarily composed of red sandstone. The highest point in the canyon reaches 1,944 meters above sea level, while the lowest point lies about 600 meters below sea level. It is one of the largest canyons on Earth and the second-largest in Africa, only surpassed by Namibia’s Fish River Canyon. Additionally, Blyde River Canyon is one of the world’s largest green canyons, largely due to its lush subtropical vegetation. The canyon features some of the steepest cliffs on the planet and is widely regarded as one of nature’s great wonders.

　　    The Blyde River, meaning “River of Joy,” offers spectacular views along South Africa’s R532 and R534 highways, where the river winds through the 1,944-meter-high canyon. Along the route, visitors can also see a variety of waterfalls, ranging in size and scenic beauty. This sightseeing route is also a rare and excellent choice for a self-drive tour, allowing you to experience pristine natural landscapes unchanged since ancient times — desolate, vast, expansive, and majestic, full of untamed beauty. It’s an experience unique to South Africa.

　　    Blyde River Canyon     Must-see reason: The steepest cliffs on Earth     Continent where the attraction is located: Africa [Africa]     Country/Region where the attraction is located: South Africa [South Africa]     Province/State where the attraction is located: Mpumalanga Province [Mpumalanga Province]