Port Elizabeth - The Friendly City
 Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch, previously three separate municipalities, now all form part of the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Municipality.
Port Elizabeth could've been called the City of Love. The city was named after Elizabeth Donkin by her grieving husband Sir Rufane Donkin, and the municipality is named after a beloved former leader, Nelson Mandela. The area is known affectionately as Madiba Bay. It all fits in so beautifully with the concept of this being the friendly city.
 Port Elizabeth is South Africa's fourth largest city and is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the country.
Beautiful silky soft beaches, water sports and game parks close enough for a day  trip. Plenty for families to do together.
Contact the local tourism authorities to find out what tours and events they have on offer at the moment.
 There is something for everyone in Port Elizabeth. Along the beachfront is everything that holidaymakers are looking for.
The Boardwalk complex, built around a manmade lake, has plenty of shops, restaurants, movie theatres and a Casino.
It is a very popular spot for locals as well as tourists.
 Bayworld, which houses the Museum, Reptile Park and Oceanarium is something that everyone should visit.
Many of Port Elizabeth's historical buildings such as the City Hall and the Public Library are situated in Central. Many of the older Churches and terraced houses can still be found in the Richmond Hill area. Many have been declared National Monuments.
 Port Elizabeth's recently upgraded airport is capable of managing the influx of visitors on a daily basis.
The airport complex has all the facilities a visitor might need, shops, restaurants and excellent parking.
Even though Port Elizabeth is geared up for tourists, it has plenty to offer local residents. No matter what your interests are you should be able to find it in PE, from scrapbooking to Belly Dancing classes, Port Elizabeth has it all.
Port Elizabeth has many wonderful artists and Art Galleries. Epsac Community Centre not only exhibits a variety of Artist's works but is the venue for many workshops for the people of the community.
Port Elizabeth truly is the friendly city, you will realize that as you get to know the people in the different communities and find out how people will rally together when someone is in need, often giving of their own time for the benefit of others. Read about one incredible man who is doing just that, he is an angel in his community. Read more...
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