One of South Africa's most famous courses,Greyville Race Course runs around the Royal Durban Golf Course. If you are in Durban in July the Rothman's Durban Handicap is the social event of the year, with all of the cream of South African society turning out in their glad- rags for the occasion. Races are held three times a week. If you are an avid enthusiast, a guided tour, including lunch at the restaurant, is available on request, taking you through the courses rich history and reliving past dramas. Dress smart-casual.
Ce stade, nommé d'après l'ancien secrétaire général du Parti communiste sud-africain, a été construit dans l'enceinte des sports de Durban pour la Coupe du Monde de la FIFA 2010. Sa conception unique lui permet à la fois d'élargir sa capacité à 80.000 personnes ou de la réduire à 54.000 personnes. Pour la Coupe, il pourra accueillir 70.000 personnes. La structure moderne est constituée d'un grand arc avec deux pieds, qui se rejoignent sur la façade Nord, symbolisant les luttes du pays et l'unification. Un funiculaire pourra prendre les gens du côté nord du stade et les conduire jusqu'en haut de l'arc pour profiter des panoramas de l'océan et de la ville.
The Rhumbelow Theatre is an extremely prestigious theater which has witnessed finest plays staged by brilliant artists in the past. At the Rhumbelow Theatre, there are varied genres of productions presented which are a true delight for every theater lover. They also host various cultural and musical events, thus making the venue very popular among locals and tourists. To know about upcoming events do visit their website.
Spend a day at the People's Park and experience the life of a kid again. It includes a track, a kid's play area, a cozy little cafe and also cute fountains due to which the park is always buzzing with people of all ages. The place also sometimes doubles up as a music venue where various musical acts are performed by local or international artists. The park is open to all and offers a delightful escape from the monotonous daily routine for people in the city.
A jewel of the holiday village Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlanga beach boasts rolling stretches of sand which embrace its resplendent waters. One of the many beaches on the tranquil Umhlanga Coast, it is a picture-perfect getaway teeming with tourists and locals looking for some time away from the bustle of the city. This beach is an ideal destination for some swim and surf, or to simply luxuriate in the South African sun, thanks to its gleaming golden sands. Dotted along its coastline are myriad beachfront resorts and restaurants, and the famed Umhlanga Lighthouse is only minutes away from the beach. Due to its active endeavors in promoting environmental awareness, Umhlanga Beach has bagged the international Blue Flag status.
The Valley of a Thousand Hills is a beautiful spot in the verdant folds of the KwaZulu-Natal, where the Umgeni and Msunduzi rivers meet. The valley offers accommodation facilities, restaurants, safari parks and many more recreational facilities. The Phezulu Safari Park is a must-visit site here as well as the food markets and Aqua Wild Africa. So spend your day of leisure at the Valley and bask in the natural aura of the place.