The wide region includes the birthplace of Mankind - the World Heritage Site, Cradle of Humankind. The mountains are the second oldest in the world, and the geological timeline is clearly visible on the landscape. It is a journey to where it all began, setting the tone for "treading lightly" and ensuring the economic needs in the area are met in a sustainable manner. Visitors to the region should enjoy the many place of cultural, historic and environmental significance, and information makes that possible.

The map features travel routes along specific themes. The Biosphere contains points of historic, cultural and natural interest.

Sustainable development initiatives weave through the routes, promoting small business ventures and the work of individuals, groups and associations.

The Magaliesberg Biosphere includes the World Heritage Site, Cradle of Humankind with protected caves and special dig sites. Maropeng is the official visitor’s centre.
The Magaliesberg Mountain Range is the dramatic natural feature running east-west, and is a Protected Environment.
Spectacular “kloofs” and dramatic quartzite ridges characterize this mountain range.
Undertake a “journey to where it all began”, in this ancient part of the globe.