Golden Gate Park's Vulture Conservation and Cultural Heritage Boost Tourism

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Endangered vultures find sanctuary at Golden Gate Highlands National Park, where breeding grounds are zealously protected amid dwindling population numbers.

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These "environmental cleaners" can be spotted devouring carcasses across the park's terrain, naturally removing poisoned animals that would otherwise contaminate ecosystems.

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Muti poaching has devastated vulture colonies, with park officials now scrambling to preserve the few remaining breeding pairs within protected boundaries.

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A specially designed "vulture restaurant" lures these majestic scavengers with strategically placed carcasses, serving as a last-ditch effort against complete extinction.

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Post-pandemic travelers are flocking to open wilderness spaces, with visitor patterns shifting dramatically from crowded hotspots to untamed landscapes.

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Cultural heritage runs deep throughout the parklands, from ancient Basotho traditions showcased in the Cultural Village to historic Anglo-Boer War sites frozen in time.

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Adrenaline surges await just minutes from serene conservation areas, with horseback trails, paintball zones, and ziplines operated by nearby Clarens Xtreme Adventure Company.

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