Cradle of Humankind
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Gauteng
#2 in Gauteng
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#21 in South Africa
The Cradle of Humankind in South Africa is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its rich deposits of hominid fossils. Located about 50 kilometers northwest of Johannesburg, this area spans approximately 47,000 hectares and includes the famous Sterkfontein Caves. The site has yielded some of the oldest hominid fossils ever discovered, including specimens of Australopithecus africanus and Homo naledi, offering invaluable insights into human evolution.
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