KwaZulu Natal, a breathtaking region that is filled with natural beauty, sandy beaches and high mountains. A wonderful place to visit while touring South Africa
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A description of the The Free State Province of South Africa, what to do while touring South Africa, where to go while touring South Africa and the many places in the Free State that should be seen
Outline of the Cape Provinces with places to tour throughout the area, sites to see and things to do in this magnificent region of South Africa
The Transvaal, with places to visit throughout the area, sites to see and things to do while touring in this magnificent region of South Africa
Situated within easy reach of both Johannesburg and Pretoria is the Lesedi Cultural Village where visitors will be welcomed with African warmth by music and song and enjoy finding out about the traditional cultures of the Pedi, Zulu, Xhosa, Basotho and Ndebele tribes of South Africa.
The Voortrekker Monument was built to honor the Voortrekkers who started to leave behind British Rule in the Cape Colony between 1835 and 1854 and with enormous courage and resolve travelled in a number of large groups inland facing many dangers and hardships along the way, in an effort to make a new and better [...]
Welkom is the second largest city in the Free State Province of South Africa and the youngest city in South Africa. It was founded in 1947 and grew at an immense pace on account of the enormous development of the neighboring gold mines. The Afrikaans word Welkom means welcome and the name suits it indeed [...]
The Karoo is situated in the Cape, South Africa. It is an arid semi desert region and is divided into two sub-regions: The little (Klein) Karoo in the south and the Great Karoo in the north. The word Karoo originates from the Khoisan language and means “great thirst”.
Hout Bay is a suburban area of Cape Town in South Africa. It is an inlet on the Atlantic side of the Cape Peninsula. In the early days of Dutch settlement it was noted for the wealth of natural timber that grew on the neighbouring hills, which was the inspiration for Jan Van Riebeek to [...]
The picturesque and historical town of Tulbagh in the Western Cape Province of South Africa is situated in one of the most stunningly scenic and fertile valleys in the country.
The town of George in the Western Cape Province in South Africa is known as “The Gateway to the Garden Route”. George is the sixth oldest town in South Africa. It is located in the Cape Wildflower Floral area situated below the splendid Outeniqua mountain range, set slightly inland but within easy reach of the [...]
Graaff-Reinet is a town situated in the heart of the Great Karoo in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. It was founded in 1786 and named after the Governor of the Cape, Cornelis Jacob van de Graaff and his wife Reinet . It is the fourth oldest town in South Africa.
The town of Wellington lies about 45 minutes from Cape Town in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. Situated at the foot of the Groenberg Mountains and built along the banks of the Kromme River Wellington is a historic and charming town with its picturesque valley setting and has often been referred to as [...]
Louis Trichardt in the Limpopo Province (Northern Transvaal) South Africa is a quaint and interesting typical Boer Town lying at the foot of the Soutpansberg Mountain range.
Along the Panorama Route in Mpumalanga (Eastern Transvaal) South Africa, lies the enchanting little town of White River. The town itself was started after the Anglo-Boer War when settlers established a farming community that has remained practically the same to this day. Tropical fruit, vegetables, flowers are some of the products farmed in the area.
Soweto or South West Townships in Gauteng, South Africa which was once housing for black workers has now been developed and has some affluent housing as well.
The Blyde River Canyon in Mpumalanga (Eastern Transvaal) South Africa takes up part of the magnificent Panorama Route. The Canyon itself was formed when the Blyde River (River of Joy) cut through the quartzite and dolomite eastern rim of the Drakensberg Mountain range.
Located in the Western Cape Province on the Garden Route, Plettenberg Bay is a very popular vacation site for tourists from around the world as well as South Africans. Mild winters and hot summers make it an ideal vacation spot.
Durban, in the province of KwaZulu-Natal South Africa, offers an outstanding experience for visitors at uShaka Marine World. Situated at the end of Durban’s Golden Mile, uShaka Marine world is incorporated into more than 15 hectares of the finest beach front.
There are international flights to South Africa from all over the world. The three major international airports in South Africa are: OR Tambo International in Johannesburg, Cape Town International Airport and Durban International Airport.
The city of Nelspruit lies 330 km east of Johannesburg and is situated only 50 km from the Kruger National Park. Nelspruit is the capital of Mpumalanga (previously Eastern Transvaal) and is one of the Host cities for the World Cup Soccer 2010. Matches will be played at the Mbombela stadium with a capacity of [...]
Namaqualand is an area in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa, situated about 500 km from Cape Town. Located between the Wild Coast on the Atlantic Ocean in the west and the Orange River which divides the area into two parts – Little Namaqualand in South Africa, and in the north Greater Namaqualand in [...]
Vereeniging in Gauteng lies on the Vaal River, 60 km south of Johannesburg. Founded in 1892 it was named after the original founders “South African and Orange Free State Coal and Mineral mining Association”
The City of Pietersburg (Polokwane) in the Northern Transvaal was founded in 1868 by the Voortrekkers and named in honour of their General Petrus Jacobus (Pieter) Joubert. In 2005 the government renamed it by the North Sotho name Polokwane meaning “Place of Safety”. Polokwane is today the capital of the Limpopo province and serves as [...]
The False Bay area of the Cape lies on the south side of the Cape Peninsula about 20 km from Table Bay and comprises many lovely and popular holiday resorts due to the warm waters of the Indian Ocean as opposed to the cooler water of the Atlantic Ocean at Table Bay.
Perhaps the most important part of South Africa’s transportation system is Rail Transport which is the most highly developed on the African continent, boasting some of the most luxurious train lines in the world. All cities and nearly every town is connected by rail links.
The capital of KwaZulu-Natal is the beautiful and historically rich city of Pietermaritzburg. The original Zulu name was umGungundlovu which is, still today, the name used for the district authority. The city is also commonly known as Maritzburg.
The region of the Overberg in the Cape Province of South Africa is known mainly for agriculture, but also encompasses areas of magnificent scenery, beautiful coastline and interesting places. The area lies over the Hottentots-Holland Mountains between the Cape Peninsula and the Cape Garden Route and includes Cape Agulhas which is where the Indian Ocean [...]
About 2 hours drive from Cape Town in South Africa lies the beautiful seaside resort town on Walker Bay of Hermanus. The town was established in 1855 as a fishing village and since 1904 has been a popular resort.
Knysna in the Western Cape Province of South Africa lies along the coast of the Garden Route between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. It is a beautiful town situated on a picturesque lagoon, entered through a narrow portal of rock known as “the heads”. It is a lovely place to visit any time of the [...]
The town of Stellenbosch is situated about 50 km from Cape Town in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. Stellenbosch is undeniably one of the most beautiful towns in South Africa with a varied style of architecture set in oak lined streets where you will find old Cape Dutch cottages with thatched roofs, fabulous [...]
Tsitsikamma Forest National Park is found in the top section of the Eastern Cape Province Garden route in South Africa. This national park boundary also extends for around 5 km out to sea defending the magnificence of the myriad wonderland of marine life found in this stretch of coast enabling the viewing of the lovely [...]
The Lost City of Gold existed in what is now the Limpopo Province (formerly Transvaal). Archeological digs have shown that this advanced and sophisticated civilization was in existence around 900 AD until, due to climate change, about 400 years later the inhabitants started to drift Northwards and eventually formed the Kingdom of Great Zimbabwe. The [...]
The spectacular Mapungubwe National Park in South Africa and its beauty should not be missed while touring South Africa
One of the many Game Parks to be found in South Africa is Pilanesberg National Park which is situated in the Northwest Province (formerly Northern Transvaal) of South Africa and close to the Sun City Resort. This park is malaria free which makes it a very popular tourist site. A definite must for tourists visiting [...]
Parys – a town situated in the crater basin of the Vredefort Dome on the Banks of the Vaal River in the Free State province of South Africa was established in 1881. It was given its name by the surveyor named Schilbach who had taken part in the siege of Paris during the Franco-German war [...]
The incredible location in South Africa of the site where one of the largest meteorite s is believed to have landed and details of all the activities available in the area
The most northern province of South Africa is Limpopo named after the Limpopo River and this province borders Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Botswana. This area used to be part of the Transvaal province. When touring in this area travel along the Great North Road from Pretoria and follow the route taken by the Voortrekkers with their [...]
12 km off the coast of Cape Town South Africa lies Robben Island which is best known as the prison that housed Nelson Mandela as well as the leader and founder of the Pan African Congress and many other political prisoners who opposed the Apartheid regime. Some of them spending around 25 years imprisoned on [...]
Rustenburg lies in the Northwest province a part of what was previously the Transvaal. It is only a short drive of about 90 minutes from the Gauteng cities of Johannesburg and Pretoria. The climate is warmer than that of Gauteng and boasts some very fine holiday resorts so it is a popular getaway destination for [...]
The city of Durban in KwaZulu Natal Province in South Africa is overflowing with magnificent scenery, unlimited activities and golden beaches. The perfect vacation spot for tourists.
Tips on the many places of interest in Pretoria, South Africa including fascinating museums, monuments, botanical gardens and much more.
An area in South Africa that every tourist should visit. A breathtaking drive through a region that is bursting with beauty,history and wildlife
Ideas of what to do and where to go in the historical city of Bloemfontein while touring South Africa, including museums, a zoo and a nature reserve
he sensational Sun City vacation resort in the North West of South Africa. A description of the huge range of activities available at this magnificent haven surrounded by majestic mountains
A look at the city of Johannesburg in South Africa, with a selection of sights and activities to see and do in the city while touring the country
The Valley of a Thousand Hills in Natal. Where to see scenic views, Zulu traditions and the incredible beauty of KwaZulu Natal in South Africa. Visit Zulu villages and watch tribal dances.
The Golden Gate National Park in the Free State Province of South Africa – the varied sights to be seen in this area and activities available
A brief overview of KwaZulu-Natal mainly looking at the Durban area. A selection of places to see and available activities in Durban and in the surrounding areas, different ideas of what to see and do while visiting Natal
different sites for tourists to visit and activities available in and around Harrismith while travelling through the Free State Province in South Africa
