East London - Background Information

East London, affectionately called Buffalo City by the locals, is situated 1000 kilometres from Cape town on the South East coast of South Africa. Lying in between the Nahoon River in the north and the Buffalo river to the south it is the only river port in South Africa. The shores are lapped by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean and with its sub-tropical climate is a sought after tourist destination for local South Africans and international tourist alike. East London, itself, has some 400 000 residents, the metropolitan area has 1.4 million, and is the second largest city in the province of the Eastern Cape.

With a genuine sense of hospitality and laid back style of living the inhabitants of East London will make you feel more than welcome. There are only a few hotels in the city which has opened up a niche for local Bed and Breakfast and Self-Catering establishments, to fill the void, where you will find great service and true South African cordiality. Overseas visitors will find the prices most agreeable, just check a currency converter to find out why. East London is at the northern end of a 300 kilometre stretch of coastline refereed to as the "Sunshine Coast" which has St Francis Bay at the southern end. The Sunshine Coast is renowned for it's many kilometres of beautiful unpolluted and un-crowded beaches.

Grahamstown National Arts Festival

Africa's largest and most colourful cultural event takes place, annually, in this University town, offering a choice of the very best of both local and international talents. With 10 days of performances spanning every conceivable genre - dance, jazz, comedy, live music, film, theatre, exhibitions, ballet, classical music and more - you'll be spoiled for choice.

Wild Coast

Further north, along the Eastern Cape's east coast, is the largely untamed and extravagantly beautiful Wild Coast - the ultimate holiday destination. Fishing, more than anything else, draws holiday-makers to the Wild Coast. The Wild Coast is an unspoilt and uncommercialised area, the Wild Coast offers a pleasant climate, mild seas and family resorts where fresh seafood features on most menus.

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