Isandlwana, Mountain summit at Drakensberg foothills in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
The isolated Isandlwana hill reaches an elevation of 1,284 meters above sea level, standing prominently against the surrounding KwaZulu-Natal landscape.
British forces suffered a major defeat at Isandlwana on January 22, 1879, when 22,000 Zulu warriors overwhelmed approximately 1,750 British and African troops.
The name Isandlwana originates from Zulu language, referencing the second stomach of a cow, reflecting the distinct shape of the mountain.
The summit stands 169 kilometers north-northwest of Durban and 16 kilometers northeast of Rorke's Drift, accessible through guided battlefield tours.
A Scottish memorial cairn marks the burial site at Isandlwana, commemorating the soldiers who perished during the significant Anglo-Zulu War battle.
Location: KwaZulu-Natal
Elevation above the sea: 1,284 m
GPS coordinates: -28.35168,30.65166
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:33
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