https://pjmedia.com/michaelledeen/2008/10/27/sunset-in-south-africawow/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usThu, 11 Jun 2026 10:01:16 -0400<![CDATA[There is really nothing like it.  We flew on South Africa Airlines from Washington to Johannesburg, changed to a one-engine plane that took us up to Kruger National Park, circled the landing strip once to frighten off the animals (mostly antelope) and then landed a couple of hours before sunset.  En route to our quarters we drove through a herd of elephants,a herd of buffalo, past eagles, antelopes and two rino.  Unpacked just in time for the sunset, the usual, inspiring, dazzling orange and pale blue sky at day&#8217;s end.  For us Africa addicts, it brings a unique peace of mind and natural beauty unique on this earth.]]>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:47:04 -0400<![CDATA[Michael Ledeen]]>https://pjmedia.com/michael-ledeen/2008/10/27/sunset-in-south-africawow-n186202