South Africa

One of the physically most beautiful countries in the world, South Africa is re-emerging as one of the world's foremost travel destinations. The very best of the many attractions are described in this authoritative guide, including historic Cape Town, sheltering beneath the distinctive Table Mountain, the sub-tropical city of Durban on the shores of the Indian Ocean and the gold capital of the world, Johannesburg. Extensive sections discusses colonial and post-colonial history and describe in detail the amazing diversity of flora and fauna which truly makes South Africa a country worth visiting.