South Africa
City guide
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South Africa: from Cape Town onwards, it offers culture, cuisine and nature well worth exploring.
Practical information
- Currency
- South African rand (ZAR)
- Official language
- Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans, English
- Time zone
- Africa/Johannesburg
- Visa note (informational)
- Visa rules depend on nationality; verify with official sources (embassy or foreign ministry) before travelling.
- Best time to visit
- November–March
- Plug type
- C, M, N
- Emergency number
- 112 / 10111