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KwaZulu-Natal
Washed by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) with its subtropical coastline, sweeping savannah in the east and magnificent Drakensberg mountain range in the west, generously caters for just about every taste imaginable.
Known as the Kingdom of the Zulu, KwaZulu-Natal is a melting pot of African, European and Indian cultures. This province boasts two World Heritage Sites – the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park and the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park.
Traditionally, a popular destination for holiday-makers, KwaZulu-Natal is South Africa’s busiest local holiday destination.
KwaZulu-Natal has the largest population in the country with some nine million people living on 92 100 km2 of land. Seventy-five per cent of its inhabitants are black, mainly Zulu-speakers. Some 15 per cent of the population are Indian, while white people make up the remainder.
During the Christmas holiday season, it can get extremely hot and humid along the coastline, although temperatures are milder as one moves inland.
Durban enjoys an average temperature of around 27 degrees Celsius (81 degrees F) during the month of January, and a daily maximum of roughly 22 degrees C during July.
Getting to Know KwaZulu-Natal
Durban’s harbour is the busiest in South Africa and also one of the 10 largest worldwide.
Near Ondini, one can find the reconstructed royal enclosure of Cetshwayo, the Zulu King. The fascinating Vukani Collection Museum is found at Eshowe and boasts one of the best collections of Zulu art and culture in the world. Shakaland and Gingindlovu are also worth a visit.
The Greater St Lucia Wetlands Park
Along the Maputaland coastline you will find The Great St Lucia Wetlands Park - an eco-tourism wonderland of beautiful lakes, swamps, forests and marshlands surrounding the estuary of Lake St Lucia. This area was declared as one of South Africa’s first World Heritage Sites – and is no doubt one of the most beautiful wetlands areas in the world.
The Indaba Heritage Route
Visit the place where Mahatma Gandhi developed his philosophy of passive resistance. Visit Ohlange, the school founded by the president of the ANC – John Dube – or visit the Inanda Seminary, home to the largest Shembe church in the province (two million members).
Golf in KwaZulu Natal
Top courses in KZN include the following:
Known as the Kingdom of the Zulu, KwaZulu-Natal is a melting pot of African, European and Indian cultures. This province boasts two World Heritage Sites – the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park and the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park.
Traditionally, a popular destination for holiday-makers, KwaZulu-Natal is South Africa’s busiest local holiday destination.
Overview
KwaZulu-Natal stretches from Port Edward in the south, to the Mozambique boundary, in the north. From its early days, the province has been the scene of many fierce battles - being the bone of contention between the Zulus and the Voortrekkers; the British Empire and Boer settlers (Anglo-Boer War); the Zulus and the British Empire.KwaZulu-Natal has the largest population in the country with some nine million people living on 92 100 km2 of land. Seventy-five per cent of its inhabitants are black, mainly Zulu-speakers. Some 15 per cent of the population are Indian, while white people make up the remainder.
Climate
KwaZulu-Natal is known to be a province that experiences eternal summer, although temperatures do differ from region to region. This province has a tropical climate and rainfall is generous during the summer months.During the Christmas holiday season, it can get extremely hot and humid along the coastline, although temperatures are milder as one moves inland.
Durban enjoys an average temperature of around 27 degrees Celsius (81 degrees F) during the month of January, and a daily maximum of roughly 22 degrees C during July.
Getting to Know KwaZulu-Natal
Durban
Bustling Durban is the hub of the province’s business and industry and pulses with all the energy of a major port city. Luxury hotels abound on Durban’s beachfront, and this city is often referred to as South Africa’s ‘Miami Beach’. Durban is one of the fastest-growing urban areas in the world.Durban’s harbour is the busiest in South Africa and also one of the 10 largest worldwide.
Pietermaritzburg
The city of Pietermaritzburg has a strong colonial heritage, however, this vibrant town has a great mix of Indian, Zulu and English-speaking people. The city is often referred to as the best-preserved Victorian City in the country.Major attractions:
Some of South Africa’s best beaches can be found along the Natal coastline, Umhlanga Rocks, Ballito, Shaka’s Rock, Shelley Beach (on the North Coast), Uvongo and Margate (on the South coast) – to mention just a few. These beaches offer safe swimming and fantastic surfing possibilities. Durban also boasts spectacular beaches including Addington Beach, South and North beaches and Dairy beach.On Safari
Famous for its rhino conservation programme and big five sightings, Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park is the largest of KZN’s reserves and boasts a fantastic cross-section of wildlife. Mkuzi and Ndomo game reserves are also popular, and walking safaris in these reserves are spectacular.Zulu Heartland
KwaZulu-Natal is referred to as the ‘Kingdom of the Zulus’. To the west of the Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve (150km north of Ulundi), one can explore cultural museums that concentrate on local history.Near Ondini, one can find the reconstructed royal enclosure of Cetshwayo, the Zulu King. The fascinating Vukani Collection Museum is found at Eshowe and boasts one of the best collections of Zulu art and culture in the world. Shakaland and Gingindlovu are also worth a visit.
The Greater St Lucia Wetlands Park
Along the Maputaland coastline you will find The Great St Lucia Wetlands Park - an eco-tourism wonderland of beautiful lakes, swamps, forests and marshlands surrounding the estuary of Lake St Lucia. This area was declared as one of South Africa’s first World Heritage Sites – and is no doubt one of the most beautiful wetlands areas in the world.
Sodwana Bay
Some of the best diving and snorkelling opportunities in South Africa are on offer in Sodwana – a veritable mecca for those who love underwater adventure. The area is also famous for big-game fishing.The Battlefields
A number of Battlefield tours are on offer in KZN where some of South Africa’s most turbulent wars took place. The interior, north of the Tugela River, marks the spot of gruesome battles between Boers and Zulus, British and Zulus and, of course, the Boers and the British.The Indaba Heritage Route
Visit the place where Mahatma Gandhi developed his philosophy of passive resistance. Visit Ohlange, the school founded by the president of the ANC – John Dube – or visit the Inanda Seminary, home to the largest Shembe church in the province (two million members).
Golf in KwaZulu Natal
Top courses in KZN include the following:
- Durban Country Club
- Durban CC course
- Beachwood course
- Mt Edgecombe (x2)
- Princes Grant Golf Club
- Royal Durban Golf Club
- Zimbali Country Club
- an lamer Country Club
- Selborne Country Club
- Southbroom Golf Club
- Umdoni Park Golf Club
- Wild Coast Sun Country Club