One of the world's most scenic harbors, the "Mother City" has welcomed sailors since Portuguese navigators first rounded the Cape of Good Hope in the 15th century. Take a cable car ride to the summit of massive, flat-topped Table Mountain, the city's dominating landmark, for a panoramic view of the Cape from 3,300 feet. At nearby Stellenbosch, the university town famous for its Cape Dutch architecture, sip crisp local vintages at one of the well-known wine estates.
Along the eastern coast of Africa, you will find the most beautiful city known to man-kind. This dominating tourist attraction stands alone in superiority among the hearts of its past visitors. This friendly city is known for many of its exceptional historical architecture and the allurement of its sites. Within sight of the Algoa Bay lies Port Elizabeth, engulfed in captivating serene country sides.
Dating back to 1820, Port Elizabeth became the country's first permanent British resident. A crew of 4,000 British Settlers that arrived by sea found this city. Port Elizabeth acquired her name from the late wife Elizabeth of the Acting Governor of Cape Colony, Sir Rufane Donkin. This Gateway city to the Eastern Cape is composed of a population over one million, which appoints this city as the fifth largest by population and second largest by area. Port Elizabeth plays an imperative role in the economical growth and well-being of South Africa. This role includes the contribution of the automobile industry for transportation and things such as keeping airports well equipped, port and harbor integrating South Africa with international and national destinations.
Such a beautiful sight to see contains alluring sites such as The Oceanarium, which is known for the notorious Dolphin and seal spectacle, the dolphin research centre, underwater observation area in the aquarium, two larger tanks of sharks and stingrays, and 40 different species of bony fish. The ideal weather in this city provides the perfect atmosphere for water sports. Within this utopian city lie extraordinary findings so we won't dare expose all of its possessions.
Between the Buffalo River and the Nahoon River lies East London with the Gonubie River flowing directly around it. East London is South Africa's only river port and is also well known for being the Gateway to The Wild Coast and The Sunshine Coast. This beautiful city is situated in a serene surrounding with subtropical vegetation and sensational coastline that adds to the utmost allurement of the city. East London's economic growth is based around its key industries, which are textiles, motor assembly, and electronics just to name a few. The city's harbour can be viewed from its two great bridges. The overall atmosphere in East London is usually sunny and ideal. During the winter months it is usually mild, considering the presence of snow in the lower-lying areas, on the Cape and Natal on the mountain ranges. The winter climate my experience hasty cold spells conditions.
This wonderful city is also well known for the 200,000 year old Nahoon Fossil footprint found on the Nahoon beach in Bats Cave. This discovery is the oldest homo-sapiens footprint known to science. Another major attraction would be The German Settler's Museum, which commemorates the arrival of more than 2,000 German women, men, and children in 1858/9. These 2,000 odd people were the fertilizer that expanded the settlement to what it is today.
During your visit feel free to take part in a diving excursion of the estimated 150 ships that have been wrecked since 1847. These ships lie just past the East London Coast about five kilometer radius of the Buffalo Harbour. The only wrecked ship in sight would be the "Orient" that is visible during low tide from the Orient Beach. If you're interested in this under sea adventure, please inquire at the Pollock's Sports Shop. Along with diving, East London also offers sports facilities for golf; rugby, hockey, and tennis just to name a few. This city also accommodates a couple annual events directly in East London.
In the province of KwaZulu-Natal.
African and Oriental cultures merge harmoniously in the cosmopolitan city of Durban. Zulu rickshaw drivers beckon passengers along Durban's Marine Parade. Silks and gold-threaded saris tempt visitors at the Oriental Arcades. In addition to golden beaches, Durban offers a fascinating history. It is also gateway to Zululand, where the drumbeat of tribal dancing is testimony to the enduring traditions of the Zulus. A visit to Shakaland is an experience of tribal customs.
One of the world's most scenic harbors, the "Mother City" has welcomed sailors since Portuguese navigators first rounded the Cape of Good Hope in the 15th century. Take a cable car ride to the summit of massive, flat-topped Table Mountain, the city's dominating landmark, for a panoramic view of the Cape from 3,300 feet. At nearby Stellenbosch, the university town famous for its Cape Dutch architecture, sip crisp local vintages at one of the well-known wine estates.
One of the world's most scenic harbors, the "Mother City" has welcomed sailors since Portuguese navigators first rounded the Cape of Good Hope in the 15th century. Take a cable car ride to the summit of massive, flat-topped Table Mountain, the city's dominating landmark, for a panoramic view of the Cape from 3,300 feet. At nearby Stellenbosch, the university town famous for its Cape Dutch architecture, sip crisp local vintages at one of the well-known wine estates.