Free State (South Africa)

Free State is one of South Africa's nine provinces, located in the central part of the country. Known for its expansive plains, agriculture, and rich history, it features a mix of rural towns and cities like Bloemfontein, the provincial capital and one of South Africa’s three national capitals (judicial). The province is important for farming, especially maize, cotton, and sunflower crops. It also has cultural significance, with diverse communities and historical sites. Free State’s landscape is characterized by flat grasslands and the foothills of the Drakensberg mountains, making it a vital agricultural and cultural region within South Africa.