To see the multifaceted and diverse culture of such a multinational country as South Africa with your own eyes, be sure to check out Grahamstown National Arts Festival. From June 30 to July 9, all kinds of exhibitions, performances and concerts are organized as part of the festival. Talented people demonstrate to the public their achievements and creations in various arts. Every July, the small resort town of Knysna on the coast of the Indian Ocean becomes the venue for the Oyster Festival, which is very popular throughout South Africa. The highlight of its program is a competition in the preparation various dishes from these marine creatures. When the dishes are ready, there are eating contests. Another interesting event is the waiters' race demonstrating their art in serving ready meals and drinks to restaurant visitors. The festival program includes boat races, concerts, and many entertainment events.
The Whale Festival is annually held in late September in Hermanus, a town hidden in a beautiful bay on the Atlantic coast. The largest mammals on the planet swim here to give birth and nurse the offspring. Special observation platforms have been equipped on the rocks of the bay so that you can watch this process. During the festival, in the city, you can listen to lectures on whales or attend specialized seminars and exhibitions. Competitions and fairs are organized for kids. Art exhibitions, concerts and theatrical performances are held throughout the city.
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