Ep 8. South Africa - Drakensburg Mountains to Blood River
- February 19, 2019
- 26 min
The World From Above season 10 episode 8 titled "South Africa - Drakensburg Mountains to Blood River" takes viewers on an aerial journey over some of the most stunning landscapes in South Africa. The episode begins with a view of the majestic Drakensberg Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the highest mountain range in Southern Africa. The mountains form a natural barrier between South Africa and Lesotho and offer breathtaking views of rolling hills, deep valleys, and incredible rock formations.
As the episode progresses, viewers are treated to a bird's-eye view of some of the most iconic landmarks and landscapes in South Africa. The journey takes us over the famous battlefields of Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift, where the British Empire fought against the Zulu Kingdom. These sites mark some of the most significant moments in South Africa's history and are now preserved as national monuments.
The drone takes us over the Tugela Falls, which is one of the highest waterfalls in the world, cascading over 3,000 feet down the Drakensberg Mountains. It is an incredible sight to behold from above, and the footage captures the raw power and beauty of the falls.
Continuing the journey, we fly over the rolling hills and green valleys of KwaZulu-Natal Province, where the land is fertile and the agriculture industry thrives. We see some of the farms and plantations that produce some of South Africa's most famous exports, including sugar cane, bananas, and subtropical fruit.
As the episode nears its end, we reach the Battle of Blood River Monument, which commemorates the victory of the Voortrekkers over the Zulu army in 1838. It is a significant moment in South African history, and the monument has become an important symbol of Afrikaner nationalism.
The aerial footage in "South Africa - Drakensberg Mountains to Blood River" offers viewers a unique perspective on the country's history, culture, and natural wonders. It is an exciting and informative episode that captures the beauty and diversity of South Africa in a way that only a bird's eye view can.