The KZN Philharmonic holds various annual events, including the Music at the Lake, a series of light classical evenings held in the early spring and summer evenings, in the lovely botanical gardens. The NBS Sunset Proms are held throughout the year, and look out for the "Stars and Stripes" evening of U.S. music around July 4th. These are held at the Kingsmead Cricket grounds. For details of when these very special events are to be held, get in contact with the Philarmonic box office.
Built during the 1920's in Tudor Revival style, Playhouse was taken over by the Performing Arts Council in the 1980's. The Company's mission is to provide cultural education and entertainment in both an African and international context. Within the complex there are several theaters which house a variety of productions simultaneously. Alongside the production and performance work of its Drama and Dance departments, the Company's Education and Development department has an active program, presenting mobile theater to schools. Inquire at the Tourist Junction about guided tours of the Playhouse. Call for performance schedule.
Durban Botanic Gardens are regarded by many as some of South Africa's most beautiful city park lands. In 1850, the original curator, Mr. Mark Johnson McKen, laid the groundwork for what it is today. Specialties include the Earnest Thorpe Orchid House, a Herb Garden, a Sunken Garden and the Garden for the Blind. There is an information center and a tea garden. There are live concerts held in the park regularly, throughout the year, and audiences are welcome to bring along a picnic basket. Multiple concerts take place in the hall and the event spaces in the gardens. Workshops and exhibitions are also held.
Uno de los parques de aves más hermosos del mundo, con una espectacular colección de más de 3000 aves exóticas y autóctonas. Una red de senderos le dará espacio para observar los loros, las cacatúas y los papagayos. Instalado en el río Umgeni al borde de la ciudad de Durban, a un kilómetro de la desembocadura. Hay un espectáculo diario a las 11:00h y a las 14:00h (de martes a domingos) muy recomendable y una excelente forma de apreciar los pájaros en vuelo.
Este estadio recibe el nombre del ex Secretario general del Partido Comunista sudafricano, fue construido en el predio de los deportes de Durban para la Copa Mundial de la FIFA del 2010. Su diseño exclusivo permite expandirse para una capacidad de 80.000 espectadores o reducirse para 54.000 personas. Para la Copa acomodará hasta 70.000 personas. La estructura moderna incluye un gran arco que se apoya en dos patas y se funde hacia el norte en una forma unificada, simbolizando las luchas del país y su unificación. Un funicular lleva a las personas desde el lado norte del estadio hacia la cima del arco para vistas panorámicas del océano y de la ciudad.
uShaka Sea World es un mundo de maravillas y magia conocido por los buzos pero oculto para la mayoría de las personas. Este magnífico acuario temático de naufragios está conectado con el acuario de delfines, donde estos deliciosos especímenes, las focas y los pingüinos hacen su show demostración todo el día. También hay una laguna para practicar esnórquel y una piscina de contacto. Los buceadores alimentan a los peces, a las tortugas gigantes y a las pastinacas de su mano, aunque los tiburones inspiran incierto temor. Sea World está administrado por la Asociación Sudafricana de investigaciones de biología marina SAAMBR por sus siglas en ingles, una organización no gubernamental sin fines de lucro que también incluye al Centro de educación marina de Sea World y el Instituto de investigaciones oceanográficas.
La más grande mezquita islámica del hemisferio sur, Juma Masjid en Durban, es el logro arquitectónico más impactante de la ciudad. Situada en el distrito central indio de Durban, sus hermosos minaretes dorados en forma de cúpulas, son inconfundibles.
To the eastern side of the city center is The Indian District, also known as the Indian Quarter. The Jumah Mosque is reputably the largest in the Southern Hemisphere. Two markets are of note, the Oriental Bazaar on Albert Street (between Queen and Commercial) and the Indian Market which is on the far side of the M3 at the west end of Victoria Street. This area has become home to Zulu herbalists selling 'muti'. For traditional medicine and rituals, head for Russell Street Extension where these sellers congregate.
This mosque, built in 1927, is the largest mosque in the Southern Hemisphere. The architectural style is an interesting combination of Islamic and Colonial. It has colonnaded verandahs, a gold-domed minaret, and many turrets that dominate the whole street, lending it an atmosphere of the East. Anyone may enter as long as you remove your shoes and leave them at the entrance. The narrow entrance can be found on Queen Street. Guided tours are available with the Islamic Propagation Centre at the mosque.
Set in fine gardens, this model, Old Fort is a reconstruction of the basic defenses set up by the 27th Regiment, the Inniskiling Fusiliers. The original site was constructed to help protect the soldiers and the British population of the town from the Afrikaners who came and besieged Durban following their victory at the battle of Congella, in 1842. The Irishmen held out for a month when relief arrived from Grahamstown brought by the epic ride of Dick King. The military museum inside the fort is also a wonderful attraction. The Old Fort ranks as one of the National Heritage sites in Durban
African Kingdom Tours specializes in day and overnight tours including the Hluhluwe Game Park and St. Lucia tour and the Lesotho Via Sani Pass tour, which includes transportation via 4x4 and a trip to the highest pub in Africa. Longer tours include a three day trip in the Drakensburg Mountains. For those who are traveling through, several one-direction tours are also available. All tours include transportation and some food.
Ubicada en un momento en la tranquilidad de la calle de la catedral, actualmente la catedral se encuentra en medio del bullicio de la ciudad. Los exteriores rojos de ladrillos están llenos de agujas góticas. Adentro, los pisos fríos de mármol, los cielo rasos abovedados y un hermoso altar de mármol son un pacifico santuario en esta parte de la ciudad. La catedral todavía ofrece servicio diario y le da la bienvenida a quien desee unirse a la congregación.