Winburg Voortrekker monument

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Winburg Voortrekker monument, Granite monument near Winburg, South Africa.

The Voortrekker monument features a square base of 40 meters on each side and rises to a height of 40 meters in the Free State province.

The monument construction started in 1937 and concluded with its official inauguration on December 16, 1949, commemorating the Voortrekker migration from Cape Colony.

The Hall of Heroes contains 27 marble bas-relief panels that depict events from the Great Trek and daily activities of Voortrekker settlers.

The central Cenotaph receives direct sunlight at noon on December 16 each year, illuminating inscribed dedication words to South Africa.

The monument grounds include 64 granite ox-wagons arranged in a defensive circle formation, representing vehicles used during historical battles.

Location: Masilonyana Local Municipality

GPS coordinates: -28.54644,26.99897

Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:59

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