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One
of the things people say about last minute
holidays is ‘you have to be flexible’. Of
course, there’s another way of looking at
it: ‘take a last minute holiday and you
never know where you might end up’. When it
comes to South Africa, you’re always lucky,
wherever you end up. You are able to find
numerous luxury and
budget hotels,
hostels and
apartments.
Cape Town
Cape Town
holds an irresistible allure for the
international traveler. With a population
of 3.5 million it is the second most
populous city in South Africa, and the
legislative capital of the country.
Famous
for its beautiful harbour and natural
landmarks such as Table Mountain and Cape
Point, Cape Town is Africa’s most popular
tourist destination. It is one of the most
multicultural cities on earth, drawing
immigrants and expatriates from the rest of
the African continent, and from across the
world.
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Johannesburg
With a
population of around 3.9 million,
Johannesburg is the biggest city in South
Africa. Known variously as Joburg, Egoli and
Jozi, it is the capital of Gauteng, the
country’s wealthiest province, and boasts
the largest economy of any metropolitan area
in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Johannesburg claims
to be the lightning capital of the world,
and the planet’s largest city not
located on a river, lake or coastline. As well as
the standard shopping trips – an essential
part of any destination – there are plenty
of
things to
in Johannesburg keep you busy.
Famed
for its gold and diamond economies, Joburg
owes its rich mineral wealth to the mountain
range known as the Witwatersrand. The city
is home to South Africa’s Constitutional
Court. Historically, the city owes its size
to the gold industry, which supported many
native Africans whose townships on the
outskirts of the city became incorporated
over time.
Taken as a whole, the urban
region of Gauteng – comprising Johannesburg,
Tshwane and the East Rand – will be home to
around 14.6 million people by 2015,
according to projections.
Durban
Less popular
with international tourists, but still full
of charm and beauty, the port town of Durban
is the busiest port in South Africa. The
warm subtropical climate and stunning
beaches make it a must-see for anyone
planning on seeing the country in all its
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