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East London, situated in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa, is a charming city known for its captivating blend of traditional African charm and British colonial influences. The city is nestled between the Nahoon River in the north and the Buffalo River in the south, offering scenic river views and a stunning coastline with warm Indian ocean shores. Celebrated for its pristine beaches like Gonubie and Nahoon, East London draws beach lovers, surfers, and sun-seekers from all around the world. Also known as the gateway to the unspoiled Wild Coast, East London boasts a rich history and culture, as reflected in its heritage buildings, city's museums including the East London Museum famous for showcasing the only dodo egg in the world, and the bustling African street markets.


I didn't really feel safe because some coloured guy tried mugging us, but luckily nobody was hurt and the guy was caught as we acted fast. As I'm from gauteng the food is no different from ours, we stayed at my brother's place during our stay. And used Indrive to get from place to place.

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