Greytown
Jewel of KwaZulu-Natal

© Roger de la Harpe
Situated in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, there is no doubt why Greytown is referred to as - Jewel of the KZN.

Greytown is situated in the beautiful, rolling hills of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. It is sometimes referred to as the ‘Jewel of KwaZulu-Natal’ because of its scenic surroundings and quaint charm. The town was established in the 1850s and holds historic importance - there are various buildings and people of importance in the country that are connected to the town.

Holidaymakers travelling through the Midlands should make their way to Greytown if they want to experience tranquility, cultural significance and modern amenities set within a town with lots of old-world appeal. It is also an important agricultural area of KZN, and products produced in the region include sugar cane, aloe, as well as pine, wattle and gum tree plantations.

History of Greytown

Greytown was initially an important area in the history of KwaZulu-Natal. The town was founded in the 1850s and named after the governor of ...more

Things to Do in Greytown

Greytown is situated in a picturesque forest-like area with various tree plantations, dams and rolling hills of lush greenery. Thus there ar...more