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Maputaland
Natural region in South Africa in northern KwaZulu-Natal / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Maputaland is a natural region of Southern Africa. It is located in the northern part of the province of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa between Eswatini and the coast.[1] In a wider sense it may also include the southernmost region of Mozambique. The bird routes and coral reefs off the coast are major tourist attractions.
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Maputaland | |
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![]() A Maputaland cycad | |
Coordinates: 26°59′S 32°30′E | |
Country | South Africa |
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Now the name of this traditional region is being revived for the Maputaland-Pondoland bushland and thickets, one of the ecoregions of South Africa, as well as for the Maputaland-Pondoland-Albany Hotspot.[2]