The Eastern Cape is today one of Africa’s rare and unspoilt gems, offering
great diversity. The capital is Bisho.
Although the Eastern Cape is one of South Africa's poorer provinces, there
are hubs of progress and prosperity that promise great hope for the future. Much
of the economic activity - notably car manufacture and its dependent industries
- takes place in and around Port Elizabeth and its fine harbour, the country's
third largest. Work will soon begin on a second harbour (a deep-water one) at
Coega north of the city, which will give a powerful impetus to employment and
wealth creation. Commercial farming (fruit, lucerne, chicory, cattle and, above
all, marino sheep reared for their wool) yields a valuable bounty.
The architecture of many of the cities and towns reflects the rich heritage
of the people.
In the Eastern Cape, various floral habitats meet. Along the coast, the
northern tropical forests intermingle with the more temperate woods of the
south. This makes for an interesting forest habitat of various species endemic
to this region alone.
The Eastern Cape is remarkable for both its natural and human diversity. The
countryside is a kaleidoscope of contrasts: to the north are the vast, bone-dry
plains of the Great Karoo and the high, often misty and sometimes snow-capped
mountain ranges of the Sneeuberg, Winterberge, Stormberg and southern
Drakensberg; to the south a gentler land that embraces the fertile soils of the
Langkloof and Sundays River valley and a coastline stunning in its scenic
variety.
The region boasts a splendid range of natural attractions, and tourism is on
an encouraging growth path. Among leading drawcards are the Addo Elephant
National Park, the Mountain Zebra National Park and the Tsitsikamma National
Park.
Discover the superb beaches of its wild coast, the vast
Karoo landscape with unforgettable star-studded night skies, charming, historic
towns, and a warm welcome. Here many farms offer hospitality
to travellers who are seeking a special experience. Qunu in the
Transkei is the birthplace of Nelson Mandela who is affectionately known as
Madiba. With its long stretches of undisturbed sandy beaches, rocky coves, secluded
lagoons and towering cliffs, the coastline provides the province with a rich
natural tourist attraction.
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