The Drakensberg is a massive geographical feature that defines the topography of Southern Africa. Formed during the breakup of the Gondwana supercontinent, the range is topped by a thick layer of basalt. Geographically, it serves as a major watershed, with rivers on the eastern side flowing to the Indian Ocean and those on the west flowing toward the Atlantic. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site, not only for its natural beauty and diverse alpine flora but also for the thousands of ancient San rock paintings found in its caves, reflecting the long human history in these highlands.