South Africa – Hosts of the 2010 World Cup
South Africa is a multicultural country that has transitioned from the dark days of apartheid into a vibrant and colorful country. With 11 official languages South Africa is home to a diverse rainbow nation of cultures.
South Africa is made up of 9 provinces; Gauteng, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape, Free State Northwest, Limpopo, Mpumalanga and KwaZulu Natal.
At the Southern most point of Africa where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet you will find the city of Cape Town, also know as the Mother City, which is without a doubt the most beautiful city in Africa. The City of Cape Town is the parliamentary capital situated in the Western Cape.
The City of Pretoria in Gauteng with its lilac lined streets of Jacaranda Trees is the administrative capital of South Africa.
The City of Johannesburg which is the largest City is considered the commercial powerhouse of Africa. From its exciting beginnings, the economic and financial hub of Africa is twinned with cities lie Birmingham and New York City. Johannesburg offers a pleasant and consistent climate. Known as the place of Gold, Johannesburg is certainly living up to its name.
The City of Bloemfontein, situated in the Free State province, also known as the City of Roses is the judicial capital of South Africa and was founded in 1840.
South Africa offers fantastic tourist attraction; a trip to the Kruger National Park which is the largest game reserve in South Africa covering 7332 square miles is highly recommended.
South Africa is alive and bustling and every town visited is an experience that will never be forgotten.
