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About South Africa
Population: 60 million
Table Mountain, Kruger National Park, Cape Winelands, and the Garden Route. "Rainbow Nation" with 11 official languages.
Climate: Now ~14°CTemperate/subtropical (5–30°C)
When to visit South Africa
Best Season
5-9月
Average monthly temperatures. This month is highlighted.
South Africa Basic Info
| Capital | Pretoria |
| Currency | South African Rand (R) ZAR |
| Language | English, Afrikaans, Zulu |
| Timezone | UTC+2.00 |
| Voltage | 230V Plug: C,D,M,N |
| Driving Side | Left-hand traffic |
| Visa | Visa-free |
Travel Preparation Guide
Area Map
Area List（9）
Popular Cities Ranking
Where to go in South Africa? Pick your destination from popular regions.
Heritage & Landmarks
Events & Festivals in South Africa
Reed Dance South Africa (Dance Festival)
Hermanus Whale Festival
Joy of Jazz (Jazz Festival)
Cape Town International Jazz Festival (Jazz Festival)
Durban International Film Festival (Film Festival)
National Arts Festival (Music Festival)
Cape Town Minstrel Carnival
Meetings Africa (Fair)
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Population: 60 million Climate: Temperate/subtropical (5–30°C) Table Mountain, Kruger National Park, Cape Winelands, and the Garden Route. "Rainbow Nation" with 11 official languages.
The average temperature in South Africa in month 9 is about 14°C.
Many nationalities can visit South Africa without a visa for short stays (up to 90 days). Check your specific nationality requirements before traveling.
The official currency of South Africa is South African Rand. Credit cards are widely accepted in major cities, but carry cash for smaller establishments.
South Africa is generally considered safe for tourists. Exercise normal precautions as you would in any destination.
The best time to visit South Africa is 5-9月.
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