Rising 61 meters high, the Draaikrans rock formation is a remarkable geological feature in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. It formed about 60 million years ago when the Karoo region lay beneath the Algoa Sea. Deep underwater, intense heat and pressure rendered the rock layers pliable, enabling them to bend without breaking. As tectonic forces caused the seabed to rise, the rocks folded and twisted, eventually creating the unique and exposed cliffs of Draaikrans. This formation provides a captivating glimpse into the Earth’s geological history and the powerful natural forces that have shaped this landscape over eons.