The Kruger National Park in one of the best known game reserves in the world, where you'll see a host of wild animals. Among them, you'll be able to spot the Big 5.

The Kruger, in search of the Big 5

Even though Robben Island and Mvezo provide poignant links to Nelson Mandela, spending time exploring his history in Johannesburg will also show you how Madiba spent several years.

Johannesburg, in search of Mandela

Stretching well over 200km, the Drakensberg range is a mind blowing blend of peaks and troughs. Numerous trails run along the length of this hiking paradise.

Hiking through South Africa's Drakensberg

Durban is the biggest town in KwaZulu-Natal. Sitting on the Sunshine Coast, by the Indian Ocean, its American/Australian beach culture attracts surfers and water sports fans from all over the world.

Durban and water sports in South Africa

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This colonial town is situated in Zulu territory, not far from Durban and from Drakensberg.

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The Battlefields of Midland areas are not my preferred ones of KwaZulu-Natal. But they excite those with an interest in war (one can see the battlefields of the Anglo-Zulu and Anglo-Boer wars). Pietermaritzburg contains some beautiful examples of colonial architecture and due to its numerous parks, benefits from a tranquil and green atmosphere.
The incredible tale of this town is that it knew a certain prince... Napoleon! The son of Napoleon III and of Empress Beatrice stayed in Pietermaritzburg, before moving on to Zululand. In May 1979, the prince was integrated into the troops of Lord Chelmsford as a special observer. But he met his death in a war which was not his own: he was killed during a reconnaissance mission, pierced by Zulu speakers.
His body was taken to Saint Mary's chapel, before being taken by boat to Great Britain. A plaque on the façade of the Imperial Hotel recalls the passage of this renowned visitor.

This colonial town is situated in Zulu territory, not far from <a href="/south-africa/">Durban</a> and from Drakensberg.

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