Spacious and light 2 bedroom flat with 1 bathroom and separate toilet. Sizable kitchen with lots of bic's. Open-plan lounge and dining room areas. Enclosed balcony. A must to see!! Central is known for its rich history and many interesting land marks. It is close to St. George's Hospital, an excellent private hospital, the St. Georges cricket grounds, which holds many sport events, the Nelson Mandela Art Museum, Oasis medical center and St. George's Park where the all time family favorite "art in the park", that is held on the first Sunday of every month. Who knows, maybe you could even participate in selling your crafts and hobbies! A great stress reliever! This area is quiet and peaceful, yet it is close to everything essential, for example schools, businesses and lots of shops... You will have the best of both worlds! Another great aspect of this part of town is the rich culture and history that took place. This could be perfect for those who take an interest in history. To name a few is the first meeting of the Kiosan, British, German, and Dutch and Xhosa people. Central was the place where the settlers chose to land in 1820, they saw the potential of this area and so can you! There is also a museum close to the area. Central can also be inspiration to those studying or who is interested in Architecture, it boasts some of the finest architectural attractions in South Africa. The Bay offers a wealth of treasures in as far as historical attractions go, museums and places of interest, which are guaranteed to provide a journey of discovery through its diverse history and culture. As you can see this is the heart of Port Elizabeth and the place to be. It used to be the city's first town square! Other place to keep in mind is the very interesting Fort Frederick which is situated on the corner of Belmont Terrance and Fort Street. This fort was used by the British to keep the Baakens River safe in 1977, and as the name suggest, it was named after the Duke of York. It was also used to send English troops to support the Graaff-Reinet rebels to stop the invasion of the French. No shot was ever fired from that fort in anger. The fort is free to visit from sunrise to sunset every day. Another place of interest is the Donkin reserve where the large stone pyramid was build in memory of Sir Rufane Donkin's wife Elizabeth. Our city, Port Elizabeth, was also named after his beloved wife. One can go on forever about all the interesting places in this location, such as The lighthouse, The Castle Hill Museum, The King Edward hotel and so much more, each building rich in history and one more intriguing than the other. Some activities to consider on your next or future visit to Central in Port Elizabeth: " Art in the park, whether it is to sell or to shop. " The St Georges Park to have a family picnic or relaxing walk. " Visiting Ford Frederick to relive the history that took place there. " Taking a walk through the Donkin Reserve and visit the pyramid. " Go to the Art museum, the entrance is free, and the contents are ever changing thus providing constant interest and you will visit more than once!
If you're planning to visit or deciding to stay, come on over to this magnificent part of town and make this intriguing area filled with excitement the place for you!
Property for sale (real estate) in Port Elizabeth Some useful information regarding Port Elizabeth located in Eastern Cape
Focus on Port Elizabeth
The
city is situated 260 km from Knysna and +- 800km from Cape Town.
It is known for its sunshine and safe sandy beaches .
For the tourist wanting a total South African experience, Port
Elizabeth is the perfect complement to the Garden Route, Settler
Hinterland, Sunshine Coast and Cape. Located on the South Eastern
coast of Africa, this major sea port and tourist destination
is set along the beautiful shores of Algoa Bay, and is fondly
referred to as the Friendly Eco-City.
The city is the second largest city in terms of area and the
fifth largest in terms of population in South Africa (1.1 million).
The city is also an important centre for the South African motor
industry.
Temperatures
are moderate all year round with rain scattered throughout the
year. The summers are warm with a very temperate humidity level.
Winters are mild and pleasant, and it is significant that water
sports, even surfing, boardsailing and diving, are practiced
year-round. In all, the visitor soon discovers that the climate
is one major contributor to the reputation of the area as offering
an outstanding quality of life.
PE
has many historical attractions, one the most interesting being
the Historic Donkin Heritage trail, which allows the visitor
to follow in the footsteps of the 1820 Settlers on their journey
of discovery and settlement. this 5 km trail visits 47 historical
sites and architectural delights in the Old Hill area of central
PE.
Within the city there are some beautiful parks with well landscaped
gardens, two of the larger ones are: St Georges Park, which
covers 73 hectares and is home to the world famous Port Elizabeth
Cricket Club, the oldest Bowling Green in South Africa, Prince
Alfred's Guard Memorial and the 1882 Victorian Pearson Conservatory.
The other Park being the 54 hectare Settler's Park in the city
centre, which is a nature lover's paradise, as it boasts beautiful
flora and fauna.
Overseas tourists will be happy to hear that even at the seaside
you can enjoy the awe inspiring wildlife of Africa, as there
are a number of wildlife reserves in the area around PE. Just
73 km from the city is the exclusive, private Shamwari Game
Reserve which is home to the "Big Five" of Africa.
Early morning and evening game drives are available. Then there
is the Addo Elephant Park, dedicated to the preservation of
the Eastern Cape Elephant and the Cape Buffalo. There are other
smaller reserves which are just as delightful and will prove
a memorable African experience.
The
area is Malaria Free. One of PE's greatest treasures are the
clean beaches and warm water, making it an ideal water sport
centre. The combination of calm waters and fair breezes are
perfect conditions for sailing, and the safe beaches allow for
swimming, surfing, body boarding and any kind of water sport.
Scuba diving enthusiasts can choose form a number of great spots
with lots to see, such as ship wrecks, coral reefs and beautifully
colored fish in the warm waters with up 30 metres visibility.
There are one day courses available as well as boat charters
and gear for hire.
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25 May 2012 2012 to 1 June 2012 - Dullstroom, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Property for sale (real estate) in Port Elizabeth
The
city is situated 260 km from Knysna and +- 800km from Cape Town.
It is known for its sunshine and safe sandy beaches . 
Temperatures
are moderate all year round with rain scattered throughout the
year. The summers are warm with a very temperate humidity level.
Winters are mild and pleasant, and it is significant that water
sports, even surfing, boardsailing and diving, are practiced
year-round. In all, the visitor soon discovers that the climate
is one major contributor to the reputation of the area as offering
an outstanding quality of life.
PE
has many historical attractions, one the most interesting being
the Historic Donkin Heritage trail, which allows the visitor
to follow in the footsteps of the 1820 Settlers on their journey
of discovery and settlement. this 5 km trail visits 47 historical
sites and architectural delights in the Old Hill area of central
PE. 
The
area is Malaria Free. One of PE's greatest treasures are the
clean beaches and warm water, making it an ideal water sport
centre. The combination of calm waters and fair breezes are
perfect conditions for sailing, and the safe beaches allow for
swimming, surfing, body boarding and any kind of water sport.
Scuba diving enthusiasts can choose form a number of great spots
with lots to see, such as ship wrecks, coral reefs and beautifully
colored fish in the warm waters with up 30 metres visibility.
There are one day courses available as well as boat charters
and gear for hire.
Newsletter:
25 May 2012 2012 to 1 June 2012 - Dullstroom, Mpumalanga, South Africa
