Klaas Voogds Maze amongst top hedge mazes in the world

Interesting to see that globally mazes are attracting more people.

South Africans haven't been brought up in a maze culture and a maze is a relatively new phenomene. But there are a few mazes in this country (and, surprise, surprise: numerous labyrinths) like the one (maize-maze) in Honeydew (J'burg) and a small one at a wine cellar in Wellington. The 'Mother of all South African Mazes' however is the Klaas Voogds Maze of Soekershof near Robertson in the Western Cape and although only a relative few (? around 20,000 in the past 8-9 yrs) South Africans have discovered this maze the majority is still reluctant to loose themselves. But the local interest is growing (merely word of mouth).

Internationally the Klaas Voogds Maze is recognised as not only the largest hedge-maze in the world but also because of its unique character with visualised stories as orientating beacons towering above the hedges; the unique story-telling quest; the different 'resting points' (instead of one central point); the different path names; etc. etc. Above all, despite all prejudice perceptions, the Klaas Voogds Maze is not a maze to get lost in. It's a hugely entertaining one with a surprise around every corner and visitors can earn a unique hand crafted memento.

Anyway: UK's prime 'Maze Lady' Jo Edkins has chosen the Klaas Voogds Maze of Soekershof as one of the top 8 (hedge-) mazes in the world.

Did you already read this tweet today: NOT IN CAPE TOWN: South African Soekershof Maze in expert's global top 8 mazes http://bit.ly/JdC8h ?