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3About Taung
Taung, in North West, sits on the R34 between Warrenton and Vryburg, with the N12 handy if you're coming from Kimberley way. Hartswater, Pampierstad and Jan Kempdorp are all quick hops for locals, while Vryburg and Warrenton make for a solid day trip. Nearest airstrips are Reivilo and Vryburg, both small operations. Fun fact for the road, this dorp is where the famous Taung Skull was dug up back in 1924.
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Taung is in South Africa, at -27.552, 24.766 - about 39 km north of Pampierstad.
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What is the closest airport to Taung?
The closest airport to Taung is Kimberley Airport, 149 km (about 1 h 55 min by car).