Komatipoort, a town in Mpumalanga, South Africa, is situated near the border with Mozambique, at the confluence of the Komati and Crocodile Rivers. The town experiences a subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. Its history dates back to the 1870s, when it became a major railway junction for the transportation of gold and other minerals from the Barberton goldfields. Komatipoort's heritage is evident in its colonial-era buildings, including the Komatipoort Station and the Komatipoort Hotel.
Geographic Data for Komatipoort, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Latitude | -25° -25.992' |
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Longitude | 31° 57.287' |
Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |