Here are a few things about South Africa you may or may not have known.
This beautiful country with the friendly and welcoming inhabitants may surprise you pleasantly.
1.
South Africa has a population of well over 40 million people, however, there is still plenty of space for more! 2.
There are 11 official languages and 9 provinces.
Most people, though, do speak English quite fluently, although sometimes with interesting accents.
3.
It gets hot in summer - very hot.
Bring sunscreen plenty of it, especially if you're used to a slightly colder climate.
In winter in can get pretty cold though, except in Durban, it's always hot there! 4.
It's not as small as you may think.
No, you won't be able to walk from one end to the other (unless of course you have some spare time on your hands).
It's about twice the size of France they tell me.
5.
Most of the stuff works.
There are big cities like Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban.
There is internet access, running water and electricity (almost everywhere actually).
Even the small towns are very well equipped.
6.
Most of the roads are tarred and will easily get you to where you want to go.
They are reasonably well maintained and pleasant to drive on.
7.
The people appreciate and assist tourists where they can.
Most South Africans are friendly and helpful and will go out of their way to help others.
There is just so much to see and do, many visitors get hooked and come back again and again...
and eventually stay!