Something to know about my home town Prieska...

PRIESKA 








 

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Prieska 

The nature of  Prieska

NORTHERN CAPE

Prieska was originally named Prieschap, a Koranna word meaning place of the lost “she-goat”; and used to be a fording place for travelers crossing the Orange river. Prieska was founded in 1882 and was granted municipal status in 1892.

This outstanding property is situated on the Southern Bank of the Orange River comprising a total area of 41.112 hectare with 2100 meter of North facing river frontage. This area includes an Island of 4.7741 hectare.

The Municipal vision is for a multi-functional resort; incorporating, various water sport facilities, conference and catering facilities, accommodation in luxury self catering and catered chalets, Caravan (motor home) and camping facilities. The existing 9 hole (18 tee’s) golf course adjoining the property is keen and willing to enter into the joint venture thus expanding the overall size of the operation significantly.

Water is abundant while infrastructure development will be part of the public aspect of the partnership. Within the confines of the property is an Olympic swimming pool in need of renovation but fundamentally sound, tennis courts, a number of small chalets and ablution facilities presently operated by a concessionaire.

Taking into account the abundant sunshine and high temperatures this area experiences and the location, adjoining the town within the city limits and less than 1 km from the town center this location is unique in Southern Africa. Access to Prieska is excellent in terms of road while chartered air traffic may make use of the local airstrip. Scheduled flights may be made to either Kimberley or Upington almost equidistant from Prieska. 

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