20 Things You Never Knew About South Africa

South Africa is definitely one of the up and coming top destinations in Africa. With the Soccer World Cup being held there in 2010, it will definitely be on the world stage. So to help you learn more about South Africa we have made this list of interesting facts that you may not have known about this country before.

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5 Things to Know About Fuel & Filling Up in South Africa

The best way to explore South Africa is by car. Here are 5 important things you should know before you start your travels in South Africa. 

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North West Province – Self drive tours of major sites

The North West Province is located to the north of South Africa on the Botswana Border. It's bordered to the west by the Kalahari Desert, to the east by the Gauteng Province, the Free State to the south and it's home to the premier tourist resort of Sun City.

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Gauteng Province – Self drive tour of major sites

Gauteng, the only landlocked province in South Africa, is also the smallest. Gauteng meaning ‘place of gold’ got its name from the thriving gold industry here. Its capital is Johannesburg and it's home to about 8.8 million people.

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Western Cape Province – Self drive tour of major sites

Located in the south-western corner of South Africa is the Western Cape Province, the capital of which is Cape Town. Fancy a self drive tour of the region? Read on for more…

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Northern Cape Province – Self drive tour of major sites

With a land area of over 360,000 square km, the Northern Cape is the largest province in South Africa. However it's sparsely populated, with a population of just over 1 million people. Founded in 1994, the region is one of three provinces that were formed as a result of the dissection of the old Cape Province. It's capital is Kimberley and the Orange River flows through the region. A great way to see the area is by hiring a car and taking a self drive tour. Interested? Read on for more…

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Guide to the Golden Gate Highlands National Park

Often described as a heaven on earth, The Golden Gate Highlands National Park is located at the foot of the Maluti Mountains in the North Eastern Free State of South Africa. It’s a spectacular overlapping mountain retreat, spanning 11,600 hectares. Find out all you need to know about one of the regions; main tourist attractions. 

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Free State Province – What to take in on a self drive tour!

South Africa is made up of nine provinces; the Northern Cape, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Limpopo, North West, Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Kwazulu Natal and The Free State. The Free State Province, previously named ‘The Orange Free State’, is located in the heart of South Africa. With its flat plains, amazing wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, dramatic skies, and the heat of the South African sun, it's a magnet for tourists all year round. Fancy a self drive tour of the area? Read on for more…

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FIFA World Cup 2010 - Guide to the host cities PART 2

As a follow on to Part 1 of our South Africa World Cup 2010 Host Cities Guide, check out the next batch of destinations that'll feature in the globe's festival of football.

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FIFA World Cup 2010 - Guide to the host cities PART 1

If you're a football fan, or even have a passing interest in the game, you'll be well aware that the 19th Soccer World Cup is to take place in South Africa in 2010. The World Cup 2010 Tournament, a feast of football for fans of the game, will kick off on June 11th, with 32 teams competing, and the final will be held on July 11th. It's the first time an African nation has hosted the famous tournament, since it began in 1930. Read on for more…

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