{"id":139,"date":"2017-08-10T12:37:46","date_gmt":"2017-08-10T10:37:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.qvc.co.za\/?p=139"},"modified":"2023-11-01T15:33:07","modified_gmt":"2023-11-01T13:33:07","slug":"gods-window-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/index.php\/2017\/08\/10\/gods-window-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"The God&#8217;s Window Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/3-Gods-window-Mpumalanga.png?resize=1024%2C538&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Gods window - Mpumalanga\" class=\"wp-image-460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/3-Gods-window-Mpumalanga.png?resize=1024%2C538&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/3-Gods-window-Mpumalanga.png?resize=300%2C158&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/3-Gods-window-Mpumalanga.png?resize=768%2C403&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/3-Gods-window-Mpumalanga.png?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>God\u2019s Window, Mpumalanga<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Imagine looking down a 700m plunge, beholding some of the most beautiful natural scenery that South Africa has to offer. <\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">God&#8217;s Window is situated in the midst of the Lowveld\u2019s natural wonderland &#8211; within the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve. God\u2019s Window is so-called for the breath-taking panoramic views offered of the Lowveld. Views that are comparable to none. Views that speak to your inner happiness and soothe the soul \u2013 we all need a bit of time spent in nature every now and then.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"531\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/LVC-The-Gods-Window-Experience-Featured-Image-2.png?resize=1024%2C531&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"The God's Window Experience Featured Image 2\" class=\"wp-image-143\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/LVC-The-Gods-Window-Experience-Featured-Image-2.png?resize=1024%2C531&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/LVC-The-Gods-Window-Experience-Featured-Image-2.png?resize=300%2C156&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/LVC-The-Gods-Window-Experience-Featured-Image-2.png?resize=768%2C398&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/LVC-The-Gods-Window-Experience-Featured-Image-2.png?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">High up in the canyon, listen to the sounds of water trickling through the cliffs, the wind whispering softly and the cheerful songs of sunbirds and other happy inhabitants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Notice the changing fragrances in the air, as you move along the different routes, and explore aloe flowers and many types of vegetation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you\u2019ve made your way to the top. Take a moment to truly take in the view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The rainforest. The gorges and escarpment. The absolute beauty of nature. Being surrounded by, enveloped in, and finding joy in the wonder of this beautiful place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The God&#8217;s Window experience is sure to leave you in awe, inspired and renewed.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Panorama-Route-Mpumalanga.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Panorama Route Mpumalanga\" class=\"wp-image-484\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Panorama-Route-Mpumalanga.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Panorama-Route-Mpumalanga.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Panorama-Route-Mpumalanga.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Panorama-Route-Mpumalanga.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When Visiting God\u2019s Window\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go early \u2013 the best views are in the morning (a sunny day doesn\u2019t guarantee good viewing so keep an eye on the weather)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entrance is R10 pp<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The trail is an intermediate difficulty level, as it is quite a steep and strenuous walk to the viewpoints and there are paths with steps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow the signs that say \u201cRain forest\u201d to get to the top and enjoy the best views<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore as many viewpoints as you can \u2013 the paths leading to the viewpoints offer a vast diversity of plants and trees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear comfortable shoes that have good grip<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring a pair of binoculars<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>So the next time you head to Mpumalanga or pass by en-route, be sure to explore God\u2019s Window.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You might also enjoy reading about the QVC Durban Bucket List\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qvc.co.za\/blog\/index.php\/2017\/07\/31\/durban-bucket-list\/\"><u>Click here<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>God\u2019s Window, Mpumalanga Imagine looking down a 700m plunge, beholding some of the most beautiful natural scenery that South Africa has to offer. 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