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The 2010 FIFA World Cup™ will be staged at 10 Venues across
nine exciting South African cities in various parts of the country
- Bloemfontein, Cape Town, Durban, Nelspruit, Port Elizabeth,
Polokwane, Pretoria, Rustenburg, and Johannesburg, South Africa's
economic capital, which has 2 stadiums - Soccer City and Ellis
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| Located in the central part of
South Africa, Bloemfontein the capital city of the Free State
Province, has the laid-back, friendly vibe of a country town.
Still, it's a party place, thanks to a healthy student population
and numerous sports clubs and bars. It is full of culture and
history, reflected by its rich architectural heritage, numerous
museums and monuments. Bloemfontein is an active town, and sports
are high on the priority list of the majority of residents. Hanging
with the locals is a must, because people here still believe in
old-fashioned hospitality and are a unique blend of rural
tranquility and vibrant city life. View Free
State Stadium information here. |
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As South Africa's oldest city,
Cape Town carries the title of the "Mother City" and is ready to
show off her fantastic cosmopolitan lifestyle and incredible
beauty. Located on the southwest corner of the country, Cape Town
is the home of a multicultural population of 4.6 million and is by
far the cosmopolitan centre, first city of fashion, hub of
adventure, culinary leader, the base for a rich and multi-stranded
heritage and the location of hallowed grounds of sports. Locals
really love to live on their city streets that bustle under the
gaze of its most famous icon, Table Mountain. View Green
Point Stadium information here. |
| As South Africas oldest city,
Durban is South Africa's most popular holiday spot and it's easy to
see why. Located on the warm Indian Ocean on South Africa's east
coast, Durban has miles of soft sand, fantastic swimming beaches,
great surfing, top game reserves, and warm weather year round. Also
referred to as "Surf City" life in Durban is similar to one long,
enjoyable holiday. Durban has a history of hosting major sporting
events and has excellent urban vibes including a mix of design,
art, music and food along with fascinating cultural influences.
There is a good chance that with all of the attractions, you may
never run out of things do to. View Durban
Stadium information here. |
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The 2010 FIFA World Cup ™ kicks
off in South Africa's financial powerhouse, Johannesburg. Jozi,
Joburg or Egoli to locals, Johannesburg is Africa's most
cosmopolitan city - the only place where you will hear all 11
official languages. Out of this comes an embracing, vibrant melting
pot of humanity that ensures you won't walk alone when exploring
the city's many cultural and leisure attractions; they'll also be
right there when you're cheering on the winning football team.
Johannesburg is one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world
with just over three million people and has two FIFA World Cup ™
Stadiums. View Ellis Park Stadium and Soccer
City information here. |
| Located in the north-east corner
of the country, Nelspruit is the capital of Mpumalanga, South
Africa's newest and fastest growing province. The city is an
excellent base from which to explore the regions hotspot's like the
world-famous Kruger National Park, the Blyde River Canyon, God's
Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes and neighboring Maputo, capital of
Mozambique. Set in the hot and lush Crocodile River valley,
Nelspruit has a subtropical climate. Getting to the town is easy as
there are daily train services to Gauteng as well as flights to and
from Johannesburg and Durban. View Mbombela
Stadium information here. |
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Located at the north tip of South
Africa, Polokwane is regarded as the gateway to the north. The
capital of the Limpopo province, Polokwane is a friendly,
fast-developing city with a vibrant mix of people and culture, and
is a stepping stone to the provinces legendary mountain hotspots.
The urban centre features shops, galleries, museums and parks,
while on the outskirts you'll find Meropa Casino and Entertainment
World, a pulsating African-style entertainment venue. Polokwane
International Airport serves as a gateway to the continent, so it's
great to get to and from during the 2010 FIFA World Cup ™. View Peter
Mokaba Stadium information here. |
| Port Elizabeth, otherwise known as
the "friendly city" or PE, is South Africa's fifth largest city and
quite an undiscovered gem, thanks to its undeveloped coastline.
Port Elizabeth is a sporting hotspot and is home to some of the
countrys top cricket and rugby grounds; it also houses world-class
golf courses. With its temperate waters, the city is ideal for
water sports, sailing and diving enthusiasts. PE is worth visiting
for its surrounding attractions too...you can arrange day trips to
game lodges, the Addo Elephant National Park, the cultural hub of
Grahamstown and to Jeffrey's Bay, famous for its impressive scenery
and surfing. View Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium information
here. |
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Located in the north part of the
country, Pretoria is the political and diplomatic hub of Gauteng
province and is situated an hours drive north of Johannesburg.
Pretoria is a multicultural city, with a decidedly international
flair. The city is home to embassies from the Americas, Europe and
Asia and restaurants abound to suit every cosmopolitan taste.
Pretoria is also a student town (Hatfield) and boasts a youthful
exuberance. It's abuzz with music venues, hip coffee shops and
cocktail bars. You can also find one of the largest shopping
centers in Africa at the sprawling Menlyn shopping centre just a
little east. View Loftus Versfeld Stadium information here. |
| Translated as "town of rest",
tranquil Rustenburg, lies in the western foothills of the beautiful
Magaliesburg Mountains of the North West province. Rustenburg
operates at a slower pace than the buzzing metropolis of
neighboring Johannesburg. It serves a large and booming platinum
mining industry and a farming community. One of the country's
oldest cities, Rustenburg is steeped in history. Within easy
distance of its borders, you can encounter both modern-day and
ancient attractions appealing to diverse interests. Of course,
Rustenburg will have plenty going on during the madness of the 2010
FIFA World Cup ™. View Royal Bafokeng Stadium information here. |
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