The Orange River
The Gariep curves along the northern edge of town and marks the provincial border. It is the most prominent feature on the map.
Minimalist map poster · South Africa
Aliwal North Map Poster & Print
30.6937° S / 26.7114° E
A river town on the Orange, facing the Free State across bridges, with a grid set on the southern bank
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Aliwal North in every style
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Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Aliwal North, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Aliwal North at home
The map
About this Aliwal North map poster
Aliwal North lies on the southern bank of the Orange River, which the town calls the Gariep. The river forms the border between the Eastern Cape and the Free State here. On the map, the town is a tidy grid of blocks that meets the broad curve of the river. Bridges carry the roads north across the water towards the Free State.
The town was founded in the 1840s and named by Sir Harry Smith after his victory at the Battle of Aliwal in India. It has long been known for its hot mineral springs, which have drawn visitors for generations. Its position on the main road between the Cape and the interior has made it a stopping point for travellers.
An Aliwal North map poster is shaped by the river. The water sweeps along one side of the town, and the straight streets end where the bank begins. Beyond the town, the map opens onto the wide, sparse Karoo-edge landscape. That space gives the dense centre a clear frame and a sense of scale.
- Population
- 44,000
- Coordinates
- 30.6937° S / 26.7114° E
- Elevation
- 1325 m
- Time zone
- Johannesburg
- Region
- Aliwal North, South Africa
River crossings
Road bridges span the river and connect the Eastern Cape with the Free State. They draw firm lines across the water.
The colonial grid
The central streets follow a regular grid laid out in the nineteenth century, and the blocks stop at the riverbank.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Aliwal North
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Aliwal North
A map that means something
Aliwal North is hung by people who grew up on the Gariep, who stopped there on long journeys north or who remember its hot springs. The river-edge grid has a clear, graphic quality on a wall.
The title, subtitle and coordinates line are yours to set, whether for a family name, a year or a journey. Choose from five styles: Classic black & white, Noir, Paper, Blueprint or Sand.
Order the Aliwal North posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Aliwal North map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Aliwal North poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Aliwal North poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Aliwal North poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Aliwal North poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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