A sightseeing tour in Durban, South Africa

Golden Mile: The Golden Mile is a good starting point for a walking tour of Durban

Where there is a noisy seaside promenade

There are many high-rise hotels, entertainment complexes, shops and restaurants.

The wide golden beaches are a magnet for water sports enthusiasts

For those who like to ski, swim, fish or just enjoy the sun

There are more guards and nets to protect against sharks to protect most of the beaches throughout the year

There are plenty of highlights along this stretch of coast.

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Durban, South Africa

Durban Botanic Gardens

It is the oldest botanical garden in Africa, located on the slopes of the Berea hill northwest of the city centre

The gardens were established in 1849

Visitors can wander among the local and exotic subtropical plantings

And the majestic heritage trees, some of which date back more than a hundred years, and contain many trees and plants

And orchids, and palm trees, and there are at least fifty different species of birds that reside in the garden permanently.

Imgeni River Bird Park

It is located in the Riverside district on the northern bank of the Umgeni River

The park contains more than 200 different species of birds

Some are the only ones of their kind in Africa, and visitors can see a variety of native species

In addition to the birds coming from Southeast Asia and Australia, you can walk in the green landscapes and waterfalls.

Durban (Indian Quarter)

The Indian Quarter includes the Victoria Street Market

The Juma Mosque is one of the largest mosques in the southern hemisphere

Durban is a multicultural neighborhood full of exotic sights, sounds and smells

There are plenty of Chinese, Pakistani, Indian and Somali hawkers along the narrow sidewalks

So they sell everything from spices, saris, beaded sandals, incense and intricate handmade jewellery

There are also a lot of restaurants that serve some authentic Indian food.

Mitchell Park and Jameson Park

Mitchell Park is located in the upscale suburb of Morningside

It is one of the oldest parks in Durban

It is a great place for hiking and walking, thanks to its shady meadows and thriving, brightly colored farms

It contains wide paths, and it is one of the places that children prefer, as it contains a playground and a mini zoo

It also contains a café and an outdoor restaurant, and Jameson Garden, which displays more than 200 different and wonderful roses.

 Ushaka Marine World

It is one of the main attractions in the city of Durban

It is a watery wonderland full of attractions.

It features Sea World, which is modeled on four replicas of shipwrecks, and the largest aquarium in half of South Africa.

Visitors can learn and get close to marine life through the underground galleries

There is a dolphin course, and a lot of great shows are being done in the swimming pools

There is an area for children from two to twelve years old

Youngsters love the playgrounds, treasure cave, and lots of creative activities, and there are plenty of shops and restaurants.

Moses Mabhida Stadium

It is a world-class sports venue

Located on Durban's Golden Mile, the stadium was completed in 2009

It offers a great view of Durban from the top of the stadium, and exciting car racing takes place on the stadium

The place has some shops for clothes and sports equipment, and it also contains some restaurants.

 Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple (Hare Krishna Temple)

It is the largest temple in Africa and is surrounded by a beautiful lotus-shaped garden

It contains domes covered with gold, golden statues, tiles, marble and stucco

With its lavish architecture, a meal can be enjoyed at Govinda Vegetarian Restaurant

It has a wide range of cheap Indian vegetarian dishes and fresh fruit juices.