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It is the centre of an agricultural district based mainly on sheep farming, and is a significant town on the N1 national road.
Next door to Beaufort West is the Karoo National Park. Important fossils have been found in the area, initially by David Baird, son of the local magistrate in 1827.
The old Town Hall and the Dutch Reformed Church have been declared national monuments.
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Beaufort West Gallery ( click on thumbnail to view larger image )