East London, South Africa
East London, South Africa is South Africa's only river port city and set on the broad Buffalo River and one of the most attractive stretches of the Eastern Cape seaboard.
East London's sweeping white beaches extend for miles, unpolluted and uncrowded. Swimming, sailing, water-skiing, boardsailing, and boating are enjoyed all year round, while the river mouths, lagoons, and gullies provide a paradise for fishermen.
The city's ancestry is evident. Against a typically African backdrop, strong links with England and traces of German lineage are found.
Several well-preserved examples of 19th century architecture enhance the charm of the city. Traffic snarls and overcrowded city streets are the exception rather than the rule.
East London's sweeping white beaches extend for miles, unpolluted and uncrowded. Swimming, sailing, water-skiing, boardsailing, and boating are enjoyed all year round, while the river mouths, lagoons, and gullies provide a paradise for fishermen.
The city's ancestry is evident. Against a typically African backdrop, strong links with England and traces of German lineage are found.
Several well-preserved examples of 19th century architecture enhance the charm of the city. Traffic snarls and overcrowded city streets are the exception rather than the rule.
Looking towards town from the dock
The city was much nicer than the last couple we've seen. More mainstream - like a Koreatown or nicer downtown LA. The shuttle bus took us (once again) to a mall, but this mall was VERY NICE.
Close up of Whale at entrance
I had a nice time walking around the mall, but it was a short trip as I left the ship late and we were leaving at 6pm. Had I known it was a nice stop, I would have disembarked earlier. Aw well.
It's kind of funny how I've made my way around eastern South Africa visiting malls....lol
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