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City Hall
Built in 1910 in Edwardian neo-baroque style, the hall looks as... |
Architectural Sites | Durban |
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Durban Botanic Gardens
Opposite the Greyville Racecourse, Africa's oldest surviving... |
Gardens / Arboretums | Durban |
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Durban Natural Science Museum
Despite its small size, this museum provides an excellent introduction... |
Museums / Galleries | Durban |
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Francis Farewell Square
In the heart of Durban, the square is a lovely shady plaza bordered... |
Squares | Durban |
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Hare Krishna Temple of Understanding
This magnificent lotus-shaped temple opened in 1985 is at the... |
Religious Sites | Durban |
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Hawaan Forest
This 114-acre coastal forest grows on a dune that dates back... |
Forests | Umhlanga |
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Kendra Hall and Ekta Mandir
One of the most easily accessible and opulent temples in the... |
Religious Sites | Durban |
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Mitchell Park
The magnificent rose garden, colorful floral displays, and leafy... |
Parks | Durban |
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Mozart's
Of the 20 or so restaurants, fast-food outlets, and coffee shops... |
Casinos | Durban |
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NSA Gallery
The National Society of the Arts' Gallery complex houses four... |
Museums / Galleries | Durban |
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O'Connor Promenade
Join tourists and locals for a gentle stroll or vigorous run... |
Promenades / Boardwalks | Umhlanga |
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S. A. Sugar Terminal
Much of Durban's early economy was built on the sugar industry... |
Industrial Sites | Durban |
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Shree Ambalavaanar Alayam Temple
One of Durban's most spectacular Hindu shrines is in Cato Manor... |
Religious Sites | Durban |
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Sibaya Casino & Entertainment Kingdom
Sibaya is expansive—in size, appearance, and number of... |
Casinos | Umhlanga |
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Souvenirs
For years a group of informal traders has sold its wares, ranging... |
Markets / Bazaars | Umhlanga |
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Suncoast Casino & Entertainment World
Part of the rejuvenation of Durban's Golden Mile, this casino... |
Casinos | Durban |
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Swallow View Site
If you're in the area from mid-October to mid-April, be sure... |
Nature Preserves | Umhlanga |
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Tourist Junction
The city's principal tourist information outlet occupies Durban's... |
Information Centers | Durban |
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Wilson's Wharf
Near the BAT Centre and on the edge of the harbor, this pleasant... |
Pedestrian Malls | Durban |
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