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South Africa - A Lightening Tour of the
Cities
By Edward Kirwan
South Africa is synonymous with Nelson Mandela, fine wines,
sporting heroes, game viewing, huge seas and sunshine. As the
adventure capital of the world SA welcome visitors from across the
globe with open arms and huge smiles. For those considering a trip
here, this is the "Lightening Tour" of the climate, major cities and a
little of what to look forward to.
South Africa enjoys diverse climates: From desert in the north west
on the Atlantic side to lush vegetation in the north east bordering
the Indian Ocean Boasting a 2,798 km long coastline which curves
to the southern tip of the icy Cape Agulhas with the hottest
recorded spot being in the Northern Cape, Kalahari near Upington.
The coldest spot is Sutherland in the western Roggeveld Mountains
Overall, the temperature is generally good all year round.
Equally, the cities of South Africa are as warm as its people and its
climate. They are so different in character that there is something
for everyone to enjoy. South Africa's most popular cities are Cape
Town, Johannesburg, Durban and Port Elizabeth.
Cape Town, the Mother City, was founded in 1652 by the Dutch
settlers led by Jan van Riebeeck. Table Mountain is the backdrop of
Cape Town while this most beautiful city displays the mighty
Atlantic Ocean as its foreground.
Top attractions include: the cable-car up Table Mountain, the ferry
to historic Robben Island, the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve
and a tour through Stellenbosch; (wine lovers take note)
Magnificent beaches to choose from include Clifton, Camps Bay and
Llandudno and Muizenberg, Fish Hoek and Strand. Shopping is
enjoyed at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cavendish Square and
Canal Walk and for fleamarkets go to Greenmarket Square, Green
Point and Hout Bay. Nightlife is for dining and dancing. It is at its
absolute best in Long Street.
Johannesburg, also known as Jo'burg, Joeys, Jozi, JHB, iGoli or Joni
by South Africans, was founded in 1886 when gold was discovered
on the Witwatersrand. It is South Africa's most modern city. The 3.2
million population includes the residents of Soweto.
Top attractions include: the Soweto tour taking in the birthplace of
Nelson Mandela. Newtown and Constitution Hill (the birthplace of
democratic South Africa) are high on visitor itineraries. Sterkfontein
Caves at The Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site is a 40
minute drive with the Rhino and Lion Park en route.
Shopping is found in Sandton City, Hyde Park, Rosebank or
Northgate, Eastgate, Southgate or Westgate. Popular weekend
markets are the Rosebank Rooftop Market and Michael Mount
Organic Market. Nightlife in Newtown, world-class theatre
productions and sophisticated restaurants. Alternatively there are
the shebeens of Soweto and Alexandra. Want more laid-back?
Head for the villages of Melville, Parkhurst and Norwood. In the day
the Apartheid museum, the Planetarium, and Jo'burg Zoo are all
popular destinations.
Durban, with its origins in trade is a busy port as well as a year
round holiday resort. Recently it has made claim as one of the
world's top conference venues with its International Conference
Centre (ICC).
Attention hedonists: this is the playground paradise on the Indian
Ocean. Top attractions include: UShaka, the fantastic 16 hectare
marine theme park. Whale, shark and dolphin-watching tours are
run by The Natal Sharks Board (in nearby Umhlanga) as well as
deep-sea fishing for game fish and superb surfing and swimming
beaches.
Shopping is best at The Gateway Theatre of Shopping
Victorian-style The Pavilion and The Workshop. For authentic
African and Indian goods head for the Victoria Street Market, The
Warwick Avenue Triangle and Grey Street. On The Golden Mile:
take a rickshaw ride, buy curios or enjoy glorious seafood by the
sea. Cosmopolitan eateries thrive throughout the city with an
emphasis on Indian cuisine: try the "bunny chow"
Port Elizabeth is the Friendly City on the Coast founded in 1820, its
many monuments pay tribute to its British heritage. Port Elizabeth
(PE) is overlooked by the Sir Rufane Donkin lighthouse and bears
the name of his wife, Lady Elizabeth.
Top attractions include: Walking the city to enjoy some wonderful
Victorian and Edwardian architecture, with their rich 1820 Settler
history. No 7 Castle Hill is the most famous old Settlers cottage.
Visit Campanile, the monumental 52m bell tower and the intact Fort
Frederick.
The calm waters and fair breezes on this coast lend themselves
perfectly to swimming and water sports of all kinds including
fishing, scuba-diving and game-fishing. Head for Kings Beach or
Hobie Beach. The Bayworld complex houses dolphins and seals, the
Snake Park and a museum, depicting cultural and natural history.
Shopping hotspots include Greenacres, The Bridge and Walmer
Park. For lively nightlife The Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment
World, on the beachfront is the place to be. Addo Elephant
National Park is home to the Big Seven. The Big Five are the lion,
leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo so add whales and great
white sharks. Enjoy the marvelous view from Shark Pier.
If you haven't made the trip yet, we will wait for you. When you do
you'll wonder why you didn't come sooner. With so much to do and
involve yourself in you may come away from South Africa feeling
exhausted. But one thing is for sure, you won't forget us!
Cities
By Edward Kirwan
South Africa is synonymous with Nelson Mandela, fine wines,
sporting heroes, game viewing, huge seas and sunshine. As the
adventure capital of the world SA welcome visitors from across the
globe with open arms and huge smiles. For those considering a trip
here, this is the "Lightening Tour" of the climate, major cities and a
little of what to look forward to.
South Africa enjoys diverse climates: From desert in the north west
on the Atlantic side to lush vegetation in the north east bordering
the Indian Ocean Boasting a 2,798 km long coastline which curves
to the southern tip of the icy Cape Agulhas with the hottest
recorded spot being in the Northern Cape, Kalahari near Upington.
The coldest spot is Sutherland in the western Roggeveld Mountains
Overall, the temperature is generally good all year round.
Equally, the cities of South Africa are as warm as its people and its
climate. They are so different in character that there is something
for everyone to enjoy. South Africa's most popular cities are Cape
Town, Johannesburg, Durban and Port Elizabeth.
Cape Town, the Mother City, was founded in 1652 by the Dutch
settlers led by Jan van Riebeeck. Table Mountain is the backdrop of
Cape Town while this most beautiful city displays the mighty
Atlantic Ocean as its foreground.
Top attractions include: the cable-car up Table Mountain, the ferry
to historic Robben Island, the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve
and a tour through Stellenbosch; (wine lovers take note)
Magnificent beaches to choose from include Clifton, Camps Bay and
Llandudno and Muizenberg, Fish Hoek and Strand. Shopping is
enjoyed at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cavendish Square and
Canal Walk and for fleamarkets go to Greenmarket Square, Green
Point and Hout Bay. Nightlife is for dining and dancing. It is at its
absolute best in Long Street.
Johannesburg, also known as Jo'burg, Joeys, Jozi, JHB, iGoli or Joni
by South Africans, was founded in 1886 when gold was discovered
on the Witwatersrand. It is South Africa's most modern city. The 3.2
million population includes the residents of Soweto.
Top attractions include: the Soweto tour taking in the birthplace of
Nelson Mandela. Newtown and Constitution Hill (the birthplace of
democratic South Africa) are high on visitor itineraries. Sterkfontein
Caves at The Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site is a 40
minute drive with the Rhino and Lion Park en route.
Shopping is found in Sandton City, Hyde Park, Rosebank or
Northgate, Eastgate, Southgate or Westgate. Popular weekend
markets are the Rosebank Rooftop Market and Michael Mount
Organic Market. Nightlife in Newtown, world-class theatre
productions and sophisticated restaurants. Alternatively there are
the shebeens of Soweto and Alexandra. Want more laid-back?
Head for the villages of Melville, Parkhurst and Norwood. In the day
the Apartheid museum, the Planetarium, and Jo'burg Zoo are all
popular destinations.
Durban, with its origins in trade is a busy port as well as a year
round holiday resort. Recently it has made claim as one of the
world's top conference venues with its International Conference
Centre (ICC).
Attention hedonists: this is the playground paradise on the Indian
Ocean. Top attractions include: UShaka, the fantastic 16 hectare
marine theme park. Whale, shark and dolphin-watching tours are
run by The Natal Sharks Board (in nearby Umhlanga) as well as
deep-sea fishing for game fish and superb surfing and swimming
beaches.
Shopping is best at The Gateway Theatre of Shopping
Victorian-style The Pavilion and The Workshop. For authentic
African and Indian goods head for the Victoria Street Market, The
Warwick Avenue Triangle and Grey Street. On The Golden Mile:
take a rickshaw ride, buy curios or enjoy glorious seafood by the
sea. Cosmopolitan eateries thrive throughout the city with an
emphasis on Indian cuisine: try the "bunny chow"
Port Elizabeth is the Friendly City on the Coast founded in 1820, its
many monuments pay tribute to its British heritage. Port Elizabeth
(PE) is overlooked by the Sir Rufane Donkin lighthouse and bears
the name of his wife, Lady Elizabeth.
Top attractions include: Walking the city to enjoy some wonderful
Victorian and Edwardian architecture, with their rich 1820 Settler
history. No 7 Castle Hill is the most famous old Settlers cottage.
Visit Campanile, the monumental 52m bell tower and the intact Fort
Frederick.
The calm waters and fair breezes on this coast lend themselves
perfectly to swimming and water sports of all kinds including
fishing, scuba-diving and game-fishing. Head for Kings Beach or
Hobie Beach. The Bayworld complex houses dolphins and seals, the
Snake Park and a museum, depicting cultural and natural history.
Shopping hotspots include Greenacres, The Bridge and Walmer
Park. For lively nightlife The Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment
World, on the beachfront is the place to be. Addo Elephant
National Park is home to the Big Seven. The Big Five are the lion,
leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo so add whales and great
white sharks. Enjoy the marvelous view from Shark Pier.
If you haven't made the trip yet, we will wait for you. When you do
you'll wonder why you didn't come sooner. With so much to do and
involve yourself in you may come away from South Africa feeling
exhausted. But one thing is for sure, you won't forget us!
Johannesburg Airport:
Johannesburg International Airport
Airport code: JNB
Johannesburg Airport has one building split into six 'terminals'
Terminal 1/2 is the international arrivals area.
Terminal 3 is for South African Airways and SA Express
domestic arrivals.
Terminal 4 handles non-SAA domestic arrivals.
Terminal 5 is the domestic departures area for all airlines.
Terminal 6 is the international departures area.
Johannesburg International Airport
Airport code: JNB
Johannesburg Airport has one building split into six 'terminals'
Terminal 1/2 is the international arrivals area.
Terminal 3 is for South African Airways and SA Express
domestic arrivals.
Terminal 4 handles non-SAA domestic arrivals.
Terminal 5 is the domestic departures area for all airlines.
Terminal 6 is the international departures area.
Johannesburg |
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International country code: 27
Government: Parliamentary
republic
Population: 47.9 million
Religion:
Christians 79.7% (This includes
Zion Christian 11.1%, Pentecostal
(Charismatic) 8.2%, Catholic 7.1%,
Methodist 6.8%, Dutch Reformed
6.7%, Anglican 3.8%, and other
Christian 36%.)
Islam 1.5%
Hinduism 1.3%
No religion: 15.1%
Other: 2.3%
Unspecified: 1.4%
Government: Parliamentary
republic
Population: 47.9 million
Religion:
Christians 79.7% (This includes
Zion Christian 11.1%, Pentecostal
(Charismatic) 8.2%, Catholic 7.1%,
Methodist 6.8%, Dutch Reformed
6.7%, Anglican 3.8%, and other
Christian 36%.)
Islam 1.5%
Hinduism 1.3%
No religion: 15.1%
Other: 2.3%
Unspecified: 1.4%
Destination:
South Africa...
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South Africa...
Reliable and
comprehensive
travel information
on South Africa
from Lonely Planet
& World Nomads
2010 World Cup - Match
Specific
Johannesburg - Soccer City
(opening & the final match?
Cape Town
(African Renaissance Stadium)
Durban
(King Senzangakhona Stadium
- Semifinals)
Port Elizabeth
Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
- First & second round of 2010
World Cup matches
and much more...
Specific
Johannesburg - Soccer City
(opening & the final match?
Cape Town
(African Renaissance Stadium)
Durban
(King Senzangakhona Stadium
- Semifinals)
Port Elizabeth
Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
- First & second round of 2010
World Cup matches
and much more...
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