City Guide
Discover Major Cities Across South Africa
Welkom
Welkom – A World of Mining and More In 1946, the Free State Province was rocked by the news that gold had been discovered on a farm approximately 160 kilometers from Bloemfontein. Just a year later, in 1947, the city of Welkom was established to support this new mining boom.
West Coast
Following Route 27 out of Cape Town and heading toward Touws River at the border of the Northern Cape, the Cape West Coast opens up a world of diversity to the traveler who is interested in exploring the road less traveled. Take time to stop off and discover the picturesque
White River
White River – A Gateway to Scenic Adventures and the Kruger Traveling north on the R40 from Nelspruit, you’ll arrive at the inviting town of White River—an ideal stopover or holiday base in Mpumalanga. Surrounded by rolling hills and fertile farmland, this peaceful town blends natural beauty with convenience, making
Wilderness
One of the most picturesque destinations in the entire Western Cape is Wilderness. And as its name suggests, it is a town that is surrounded by nature and breathtaking natural attractions. The town is quiet and tranquil and is suited for visitors who want to escape their daily lives to
Witbank
Witbank – Where Coal Meets Charm and Adventure Witbank, situated in the heart of Mpumalanga, may be renowned for its industrial strength—but its charm runs far deeper. Established in 1890, the town quickly evolved from a coal transport route into a booming mining centre after vast coal deposits were discovered.
Worcester
It is where popular literary, music and art legends in South Africa once stayed; inspiring the likes of Nobel Prize Winner, J.M. Coetzee, singer David Kramer and C. Louis Leipoldt. Today, this magnificent town, in the Breede River Valley, still inspires and leaves visitors breathless, as the beauty, creativity and
Zululand
Zululand – Land of Heritage, Culture, and Untamed Wilderness Long before modern roads and bridges crossed the terrain, early explorers who set out from Port Natal had to brave the wild to reach the Royal Zulu kraal. They crossed the formidable Thukela River—home to hippos and crocodiles—and ventured through bushland
South Africa Map and Area Guide
To make finding your way around South Africa a little easier, we are including a map showing the regions and largest cities throughout the country.
Our quick reference map of South Africa displays the country’s major regions and their cities. Our editors have added many hundreds of pages of articles and blogs about local sites and attractions such as Art Galleries, Museums and Game Reserves and other places of interest in each region.
Feel free to choose the regions below or directly zoom the map for exploring:
