Durban South Africa

September 25, 2009 · Filed Under Travel 

The city Durban is situated on the East Coast of South Africa in the KwaZulu Natal province. This is close to Pietermaritzburg and Margate. Durban has a sunny weather with endless sightseeing spots and it offers tourist attractions for visitors of any age. Hence it is a major attraction for tourists all over the world. Durban has rainfall for at least between April and September and at the same time enjoys temperatures high enough for tourists to enjoy Durban’s beaches. So visitors come to Durban to enjoy the subtropical sunny climate all through the year.

Durban’s History
Even though Durban is the home ground of many Indians, it is like the rest of South Africa, a very diverse city and culture. Durban has a history of the slave trade because of the many thousands of slaves brought in to Kwazulu Natal to work on sugar plantations. These Indians brought spices and curry with them, which added some of their cultural flavor to the area. Durban is known for sunny weather and this, along with the curry, has caused Durban to be referred to as “a hot city”.

The uShaka Marine World
The uShaka marine world, being a water based theme park, attracts visitors more because it provides several activities to be performed for the whole day. The park includes a central Sea world, having an underground aquarium, water park, wreck of a cargo ship and a stadium with delightful dolphins and seals. The park provides several leisure activities such as water rides and swimming pools. Stress relief can be achieved at the uShaka beach, which also includes activities such as windsurfing, jet Skiing and beach volleyball. After enjoying the activities, food can be taken at a relaxed state at the park’s restaurants and cafes.

The BAT Centre
The BAT centre, being the most popular arts and cultural venue includes works of several artists belonging to Durban city. Visitors can view the residential artists during work in their studios. Regular exhibitions are conducted at BAT centre along with poetry, music and spoken-word events.

The Golden Mile
There is a good reason that so many people find their way to the Golden Mile every year. This stretch of sandy ocean shoreline contains enough attractions to keep you entertained, such as Casino World and the ever-popular Sun Beach. As a visitor, you can take time to lie in the sun, or enjoy the warmth of the Indian Ocean. You will have the assurance of knowing that a lifeguard is near and that a net will keep the sharks away while you play, surf or swim in the sea. When you are not at the beach, you can check out the Golden Mile’s other amenities, including restaurants, hotels, and bars.

Durban, situated in South Africa, is an important tourist centre and has attracted a lot of tourists in the recent days. It offers a wide range of holiday activities to the people. Durban has a moderate climate throughout the year, which also plays a very important role in attracting tourists, hence making Durban a favorite holiday centre.

If you are touring to this beautiful city you will find it easy to get around with the attractive Durban car rental deals available.

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