Port Elizabeth Map, South Africa
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Port Elizabeth History
Port Elizabeth was originally inhabited by the Nomadic San and Koi tribes. It was primarily discovered by Bartolomeu Diaz. He referred this town in his writings as ‘Baia da Roca’ which means bay of rock, in 1482. The nomadic group San hunters (Bushmen) lived in the inland valleys and the gorges while the Koi group lived along the coast line. The significance of Algoa Bay was that it was the first port of call for... read morePort Elizabeth Travel Guide
Ever since the city has developed into a principal port and is presently a major industrial town. Even though it is primarily a manufacturing town, Port Elizabeth draws many tourists mostly due to its historical sites and east coast attractions. The waters of the Indian Ocean lap the golden sandy beaches of the city on the eastern side. The beach boasts of a pier consisting of best tourist activities and facilities. read morePort Elizabeth Sightseeing
Market Square: The Market Square features several historic buildings which will remind you of the architectural heritage of Port Elizabeth. In the heart of the Market Square stands the City hall that was built in 1858. The Hall has an interesting Clock Tower on the top. Next is the Diaz Cross that memorializes the first European to set foot in Algao Bay, Bartholomew Diaz, in 1482. Next to the City Hall is the Prester... read moreThings about Port Elizabeth you may be interested in
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