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| Country | South Africa |
| Province | North West Province |
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| Time zone | SAST (UTC+2) |
Broederstroom is a small town situated on the Daspoortrand in the foothills of the Magaliesberg mountains in the North West Province of South Africa.
Broederstroom is near to Pelindaba, which houses two nuclear reactors for research purposes.
The Lion Park was founded by the Chipperfields Circus in November, 1966. Located in the Gauteng-Tshwane complex, the climate is perfect for Highveld fauna and the native animals found in this park. The Park is split into two areas. Herbivores and carnivores are separated and the herbivores such as zebras, giraffes, and antelope are available for viewing up close. The carnivores include 3 prides of lions and one clan of hyenas. They are surrounded by barriers and fences to protect each pride from each other. Lions are extremely territorial and will attack if intruders enter their land. The lions housed there are indigenous to Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Northern Gauteng, and Botswana.[1] The Lion park is open all year from 08:30 - 17:00.[2]