South Africa Free State Dome
Vredefort Dome
A large geological structure in South Africa, site of the world's largest confirmed meteor impact crater.
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Vredefort Dome, located in the Free State Province of South Africa, is a unique circular geological formation created over 2 billion years ago by a massive meteorite impact. Recognized as a World Heritage Site in Africa, it contains some of the world's oldest recognizable rock formations, which provide important evidence of the Earth's evolution. Visitors can hike, camp, and explore the natural beauty of this remarkable site, which showcases both the power of nature and the planet's remarkable geological history.
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