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eThekwini ... or otherwise known as Durban

Photo by Suze   The site of Durban was visited in 1497 by Vasco da Gama, who named it Rio de Natal. Natal means “Christmas” in Portuguese   Durban Harbour is the 9th largest Harbour in the world   The Gateway shopping center is the largest shopping mall in Africa and the Southern Hemisphere     Ushaka Marine World is the world’s 5th largest aquarium    The spiritual leader of the Indian independence movement, Mahatma Ghandi began his political journey in Durban    Excellent signage at the beaches provides maps and names of the different beaches, although it’s really one stretch of sand with different names    Keep an eye out for the incredible sand sculptures done by locals, depicting anything from mermaids to lions.  The uShaka Beach has activities from surfing lessons to kayaking.    Warning: The surf and currents at Durban’s beaches can be dangerous. Always swim in patrolled...