Sguardi dal Mondo: Durban

Durban South Africa

Durban is a city in South Africa in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, on the shores of the Indian Ocean. With 3.5 million residents, it's the third largest city in the country, after Johannesburg and Cape Town. Durban is South Africa's self-proclaimed 'playground', where the year-round warm weather encourages visitors to make the most of the province's outdoor lifestyle. Also known as 'Surf City', Durban is famous for its fantastic bathing and surfing beaches, which stretch along the city's seafront from Durban harbour in the south to the posh suburb of Umhlanga in the north. A wide paved promenade provides access to the best of these beaches – the Golden Mile – where joggers, cyclists, dog owners, surfers, body boarders and walkers enjoy early-morning and late-afternoon exercise. Visitors can't miss out on Segway tours, a city-viewing Sky Car and bungee swing. Culturally, Durban displays a mix of Indian, Zulu and post-colonial influences, reflected in the city’s architecture and cuisine. Curries, seafood and fusion food are popular at seafront restaurants, and coffee shops that line Florida Road and Helen Joseph Road. Durban is the perfect place for visitors.

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Durban Intl (DUR)

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Durban, South Africa

Durban South Africa