Some could argue that the beautiful Free State is the beating heart of South Africa. The province borders the North West, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape, Gauteng, Mpumalanga and the independent state of Lesotho - talk about neighbours! For many travellers, Free State is a stop along the way to other tourist meccas, but for those looking to take things slow, it’s wonderful road-tripping country that simply must be experienced.