The Natal coastal belt.

Abstract

• Opsomming: Die Natalse Kusgordel is 'n afsonderlike streek in Suid-Afrika as gevolg van klimaatstoestande en politieke ontwikkeling. Hierdeur bet 'n unieke stel landskapvorme tot stand gekom waarin veranderende landboupatrone en snelle stedelike uitbreiding weerspieël word. Voorts is daar 'n verskeidenheid volke saamgetrek wat elk gepoog het om bekende strukture op te rig en tradisionele bedrywe te beoefen. Langs hierdie weg het 'n hoogs ingewikkelde en uiteenlopende landskap tot stand gekom.

• Summary: Owing to its climatic conditions and political evolution the Natal Coastal Belt forms a distinct region within South Africa. As such, a unique set of landscapes has evolved reflecting changing agricultural patterns and rapid urban expansion. In addition it has been the meeting place of a variety of peoples each of whom has attempted to build familiar structures and pursue known activities. The result is a highly complex and diverse landscape.