National traditions of South Africa. Habits, mentality and the way of living

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Cathedrals and basilicas in South Africa
♥ Cathedral of St. Augustine, Port Elizabeth. On the map
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♥ Cathedral of St. Mary of the Flight into Egypt, Cape Town. On the map
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♥ St. Saviour’s Cathedral, Oudtshoorn. On the map
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♥ Cathedral of Christ the King, Queenstown. On the map
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♥ Sacred Heart Cathedral, Aliwal North. On the map
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♥ St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Kokstad. On the map
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♥ Emmanuel Cathedral, Durban. On the map
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♥ Cathedral of St. Augustine, Port Elizabeth. On the map


♥ Cathedral of St. Mary of the Flight into Egypt, Cape Town. On the map


♥ St. Saviour’s Cathedral, Oudtshoorn. On the map


♥ Cathedral of Christ the King, Queenstown. On the map


♥ Sacred Heart Cathedral, Aliwal North. On the map


♥ St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Kokstad. On the map


♥ Emmanuel Cathedral, Durban. On the map


Castles of South Africa
♥ Castle 'Erasmus Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Knoetzie Castles' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Erasmus Castle' . On the map


♥ Castle 'Knoetzie Castles' . On the map


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If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December.
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If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December.

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Unique traditions in cities of South Africa
The main theme of these street performances was the same - local artists tried to portray the customs and way of life of black people, often showing them as stupid and clumsy people. In order to look like Afro Americans, artists covered their faces with a thick layer of make-up. This tradition has steadily moved to the modern carnival. The artists, who are involved into these street processions and performances, are so skilled in the art of make-up that sometimes it is very difficult to … Read more

When communicating with the local residents tourists should not be aggressive. They need to be friendly and quite restrained. It also is not recommended to photograph the local people without their permission, as well as to try to enter someone’s home without invitation. If the local people do not feel any threat or aggression from the side of foreigners, they will behave in a very friendly and open manner. When it comes to clothes, there are no strict rules here. Classic and casual styles … Read more

When people talk with European habitants it is not necessary to look point-blank at them, it can seem to be the sign of aggression. As for South Africans it is opposite situation again – wandering look is sign of unrespect, so it is necessary to look straight to eyes talking. Some gestures have their own meaning. It is not recommended to pass money or other things with left hand – it is the sign of unrespect. This feature appeared owing to religious rules, in accordance with them left hand … Read more

The Wine Festival is one of the biggest cultural events. It runs from July 31 to August 3 annually. Residents and visitors of the city can not only taste more than five hundred varieties of wine but also take part in a dozen folk amusements at this time. This is a festive time for all citizens. Fairs and attractions for both adults and children start their work right on the streets. Anyone can visit one of the many local wine farms and see with their own eyes how their favorite drink is poured … Read more
