Since the first democratic elections were held in South Africa during 1994, the nation has begun to purge its Apartheid past and has witnessed a resulting boom in cultural tourism.
Visitors to the nation are mainly drawn by its natural beauty, as well as South Africa's diverse ethnic and social history, but the diversity of attractions on offer, as well as the climate, has ensured a growing reputation.
This is a nation where Asian and European (mainly British and Dutch) influences have merged with an indigenous tribal heritage over a period of centuries to crate a unique social climate.
Here travelbite.co.uk takes a look at some of the highlights of this fascinating country.
