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Durban is a city located in the western state of South Africa, KwaZulu-Natal province, the Indian Ocean port. The city itself has a population of over 500,000 inhabitants and together with the metropolitan area, reaching more than 3,000,000.
The first inhabitants of the area is believed to have come from the north, in BC 100 000 In 1824, the merchants of the Cape Colony, led by British Lieutenant Francis Farewell, founded a settlement on the shores of the bay named Natal Port Natal. In 1835, renamed Port Natal is Durban, named after Sir Benjamin D'Urban, governor of Cape Colony from 1834-1837.
Durban is a sophisticated cosmopolitan city of over three million people - a city where east meets west - a city beneath which beats the pulse of Africa - city known as the home of Africa's best managed, busiest port.
Durban is an exciting city in which to play, shop, experience the nightlife and to relax. It's a city in which business and debate issues, which have far-reaching effects, not only on Africa but way beyond its borders, are discussed.
Enjoy fine and traditional dining, entertainment and shopping in scenic surroundings. Shop till you drop in modern shopping malls. Grey Street and the Warwick Triangle boast vibrant locals shops and markets. Beachfront stalls sell traditional arts and crafts. Enjoy the excellent entertainment on offer at the city's theatres and clubs or take a township tour.
Sail, swim, run, and play tennis or alternatively stroll along or relax on the sun-drenched beaches watching the world go by.
Durban | Durban is a city located in the western state of South Africa, KwaZulu-Natal province, the Indian Ocean port. The city itself has a population of over 500,000 inhabitants and together with the metropolitan area, reaching more than 3,000,000
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