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South Africa is an exhilarating and complex country. With its
post-apartheid identity still in the process of definition,
there is undoubtedly an abundance of energy and a sense of progress
about the place. Travellers are returning to a remarkable land
that has been off the trail for way too long.
The infrastructure is constantly improving, the climate is
kind and there are few better places to see Africa's wildlife.
But if you want to understand South Africa, you'll have to deal
with the full spectrum; poverty, the AIDS pandemic and violence
remain a problem.
Major Tourists Destinations
Cape Town
In this beautiful city even transient visitors can't help but
devote a few million brain cells to storing images of its grandeur:
its striking Table Mountain backdrop, its glorious beaches and
enchanting vineyards, its rugged landscapes and its strange
and wonderful plants and animals.
Cape Town is famed for its hospitality: its mix of trendy establishments
matches up favourably any other cosmopolitan centre. There's
a lively cultural scene, particularly when it comes to music,
which seems to pervade every corner of the city. The general
ambience is open-minded and relaxed.
Johannesburg
A city of astonishing contrasts, a huge metropolis where opulent
wealth and desperate poverty live side by side, Johannesburg
is the intriguing, dynamic heart of this turbulent country.
If you want to see the real South Africa - and try to understand
it - Jo'burg has to be on your itinerary.
Jo'burg, Jozi, eGoli or 'the city of gold' (never Johannesburg)
is by far the largest city in South Africa. It's brash, fast-growing
and often ugly, but it has got wealth, energy and a beautiful
climate. If you take reasonable precautions and listen to the
locals, you can enjoy it in safety.
When To Go
South Africa can be visited comfortably any Time. Winter (June
to September) is cooler, drier and ideal for hiking and outdoor
pursuits. This is also the best Time for wildlife-watching.
Spring is the best Time to see vast expanses of Northern Cape
carpeted with wildflowers.
More of a consideration than weather are school holidays when
waves of vacation-hungry South Africans stream out of the cities,
with visitors from Europe and North America adding to the crush.
Accommodation is heavily booked, and prices can more than double.
It's essential to book in advance. On the plus side, the high
summer months offer some great festivals, including the Cape
Town New Year Karnaval, and Swaziland's Incwala ceremony.
Fast Facts
Full Name
The Republic of South Africa
Capital City
Pretoria (official)
Bloemfontein (judicial)
Cape Town (legislative)
Area
1,233,404 sq km
476,217 sq miles
Population
43,800,000
Time Zone
GMT/UTC +2 ()
Languages
Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans, English, Tswana, Sotho, Southern, Swati,
South Ndebele
Religion
Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Jewish and traditional religions
Currency
Rand (R)
Country Dialing Code
27
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