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Eastern Cape Travel Guide

Eastern Cape

The landscape of the Eastern Cape ranges from pristine forest to arid desert, from scary sandstone cliffs to the preserved emerald green coastline. The Eastern Cape is a tourist's paradise that offers accommodation and tours to fit every budget and style. Scenic diversity is one of the most striking characteristics of this region which lures the tourists coming over here. The golden sand, the river mouths, rocks and rugged make it an ideal destination. The pristine coastline is a heaven for water sports enthusiasts. Sunshine all year round, fine leisure resorts and splendid facilities makes it a great outdoor. The Eastern Cape is a province of South Africa. Its capital is Bhisho. It was formed in 1994 out of the "independent" homelands of Transkei and Ciskei, as well as the eastern portion of the Cape Province. It is the birthplace of many well-known South Africans, such as Nelson Mandela, Thabo Mbeki, Steve Biko etc.

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Western Cape Travel Guide

Western Cape

The Western Cape is a province in the south western part of South Africa. It is a truly remarkable piece of land surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and has an intricate system of folded mountains on the inland side. It offers some of the best and breath taking sceneries of the world. It has rich flaura and fauna that wins the heart of the visitor. Coming here is truly a different experience overall. Its history is long but interesting. In 1994, after the inauguration of South Africa's first black president, Nelson Mandela, the Cape Province was broken up into three provinces : Western Cape, Northern Cape and Eastern Cape.

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Kwazulu Natal Travel Guide

Kwazulu Natal

KwaZulu-Natal is a favorite holiday destination located in South Africa. It is a province of vivid contrasts and magnetic appeal to the people visiting this place. This pristine region has many wildlife reserves and five different eco systems. It is also declared as the world heritage site. Its coastline is sprinkled with small towns and many recreational hubs. The culture that one finds in Kwazulu Natal is a blend of Zulu, European and Indian cultures. The province offers sun and sand, warm and tropical wetlands, rolling fields of sugar cane etc.

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Limpopo Travel Guide

Limpopo

Limpopo is located at the Northmost province of South Africa, with Polokwane, the land of myths and legends as its capital. Limpopo is considered as the premium destination to explore vast sites for wildlife and rich cultural heritage. The land is known for its protected natural reserves. The rich cultural heritage adds charm to the ancient appeal of the land. Limpopo is an amalgamation of beautiful and contrasting landscapes and mountains that has made it popular among the adventure lovers across the globe. Its neighboring borders with the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) make Limpopo the perfect destination to explore this blend of riches in the African continent.

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Gauteng Travel Guide

Gauteng

Gauteng the cosmopolitan city of South Africa is the smallest province of SA with the capital city of Johannesburg. This land of Gold as it is commonly referred to as is the commercial and entertainment hub of the southern Africa. Apart from the business opportunities it also attracts tourists for its museums, galleries, historical battlefields, restaurants, music venues etc. Its excellent infrastructure and the vibrant mix of people from diverse cultures make the city of Gauteng economically and socially rich. It is the perfect blend of rich cultural heritage with economic enlistments. It is surrounded by four other provinces Limpopo, North West, Free State and Mpumalanga. It is the only land locked province of South Africa without any foreign border.

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Free State Travel Guide

Free State

Free State is known for its historical and cultural attractions. Its capital is Bloemfontein which is also South Africa's judicial capital. Free State offers a wealth of wildlife which includes its major provincial reserve Willem Pretorius Game Reserve. The wilderness offers excellent fishing conditions, and a wide range of sports. The weather is typical with hot summers, chilly winters and sunshine throughout the year. In spring the hue of countryside is green with blue skies and predominantly prairie-like scenery, accented only by the odd hill and the Eastern Highland. The people of Free State open their doors to visitors, providing excellent opportunities to enjoy their friendly hospitality.

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Mpumalanga Travel Guide

Mpumalanga

Mpumalanga meaning "land of the rising sun" in the local language, offers you from exhilarating wildlife, to lonely mountain retreats, entrancing water sports and some of South Africa's most diverse and vibrant African cultures. This lovely province offers you many wildlife destinations having the rarest species of birds, animals etc. Mpumalanga is a nature lover's paradise since it is not a highly developed province with large cities and towns, visitors here are brought closer to nature The breathtaking hiking, attractive sceneries, rafting, fly-fishing and many small towns make this province a wonderful holiday destination, ideal for families, honeymooners and those looking for a great bush experience.

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Durban Travel Guide

Durban

Durban is the province in KwaZulu-Natal and the South Africa's third largest city. Durban surrounds the Durban Bay, Africa's busiest port. To the north of Durban is Zululand and Maputaland known for some of the world's best game reserves.The subtropical weather of this town makes it a perfect destination for holidays. Summer is mild and sunny but is winter is chilly. The sandy beaches washed by the warm pristine waters of the Indian ocean makes it an ideal place for water sports lovers.

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Johannesburg Travel Guide

Johannesburg

Johannesburg is one of the most modern, largest and prosperous cities in South Africa. Located at the heart of Gauteng Province, Johannesburg has an economy rooted in the gold industry. Johannesburg was produces one-third of the world's gold. It's a city built on dreams of great wealth literally built on gold and you can even see gold mines on the outskirts. There are also many beautiful examples of architecture and fascinating insight into the country's social history. Johannesburg's city centre is filled with skyscrapers and shopping malls attracting large number of tourists. And while the gold mines are now on the outskirts of the city itself.

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Garden Route Travel Guide

Garden Route

The Garden Route is a vast strip of land located in south-eastern part of Africa. Garden Route has a lot to give you in terms of beauty, natural attractions and the unique flora and fauna. This magnificent place stretches from Mossel Bay in the Western Cape to the Storms River which flows along the N2 coastal highway over the Paul Sauer Bridge in the Western Cape. This place is famous for the ten nature reserves with the varied ecosystems and unique marine reserves. Garden Route has rugged terrain and steep mountains but has a beautiful shoreline with wonderful beaches and bays. The vivid landscapes are surely a delight to the eye.

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Bloemfontein Travel Guide

Bloemfontein

Bloemfontein in Dutch means "spring of flowers" or "fountain of flowers" is the capital city of Free State, in South Africa. Located at the traveler's crossroads of South Africa, Bloemfontein has always been a great spot for rest to many weary road-trippers. This city of Roses has many attractions, cultural sites, unique orchid houses and friendly people. The atmosphere that one feels in Bloemfontein is quite warm and hospitable as quality of life is of prime importance to the people living here. This place has impressive architectural and historical heritage too which reminds one of its glorious past.

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Port Elizabeth Travel Guide

Port Elizabeth

Port Elizabeth is South Africa's second oldest city and also the commercial capital of the Eastern Cape. It is located on the South Eastern Coast of South Africa. It is one of the major seaports and tourist destination and is fondly known as the "Friendly City". The town has numerous golden beaches, each with its own attractions and activities and wonderful shopping plazas. It is an excellent holiday Mecca, totally away from the hustle- bustle of the life having perfect weather and locations to relax.

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Cape Town Travel Guide

Cape Town

Cape Town is located on the Southern side of Africa is fast gaining popularity as one of the must see destination in the world. On Cape Town Holidays you can sight-see in the morning, hike up the mountain in the afternoon and relax in the evening by watching the sunset hues. The delicious and lip smacking cuisines will surely leave you satisfied and ready for another day's adventure in the Cape. The exhilarating night life offers you endless fun as you can party the whole night. People love the energy, vibe and multicultural mix that define this special place. Cape Town holidays are a hard-to-beat experience.

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Vaalwater Travel Guide

Vaalwater

Stellenbosch Travel Guide

Stellenbosch

George Travel Guide

George

Krugersdorp Travel Guide

Krugersdorp

Landsdown Travel Guide

Landsdown

About South Africa

South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa and is officially known as the Republic of South Africa. It is one of the most interesting and diverse countries in the world. There are a wide number of attractions in this country which include its natural beauty, sunshine and wildlife which attract a lot of tourists here from all over the globe. The vastly varied terrain of South Africa holds a rich variety of birds, animals and plants and is full of memorable experiences. Whether you want to enjoy a safari or the breathtaking drives or the beaches or the unspoiled wilderness, then South Africa is the right place for you.

  • Currency

    South African rand (ZAR)

  • Area

    1,221,037 square km (471,443 square miles)

  • Population

    51,770,560 (approximately)

  • Language

    Afrikaans, English, Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa and Zulu

  • Calling Code

    +27

  • Time zone

    SAST (UTC+2)

Climate & Geography

Due to the Atlantic and the Indian Ocean surrounding South Africa from three sides, and an elevation which rises towards inwards inner lands, the climate is generally temperate. The influence of the ocean and the varied landscapes, different climate zones are formed.

Territory & Capital : South Africa lies between latitudes 22 degrees and 35 degrees S and longitudes 16 degrees and 33 degrees E. It is surrounded by Mozambique and Swaziland on the east, by Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe on the north.

Suitable Visiting Seasons : The winters are the best time to visit South Africa for the safaris. Summer on the other hand is a good time for birding and enjoying great weather.

Transportation

Roads, Railways, Waterways and Airways are the commonly used modes of transportation. South Africa is well connected to the neighboring countries and outside world.

Tourist & Immigration Info

Contact the nearest South African Embassy for detailed and updated information on the visa rules.

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