There are times when one yearns for a surefooted guide to a country, especially one as multi-layered as South Africa. Moja Heritage Collection combines South Africa’s cultural attractions with natural destinations and historical interest, a tourism guide all beautifully packaged in print and on an easy-to-use website. more

A short trip out of Cape Town down the West Coast Road will take you to Darling, a quaint little farming town famous for its wildflowers, wind farm and butter. It’s also home to famous satirist Pieter-Dirk Uys, who has helped to cement the town’s reputation as a tourist destination. more

The gurgle of a Karoo water furrow in action is an unmistakeable sound that will immediately remind you of hot summer days and lounging on the wide porch with a lunch of lamb, cheese of origin and olives – and perhaps a glass of chilled white wine to top it all. more

The Nizamiye Turkish Masjid in Midrand has fast become a visitors’ attraction. With its awe-inspiring dome and soaring minarets, the mosque – the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere – is a sight to behold. Lose yourself in its richly ornamented spaces that speak of traditional Turkey. more

Collecting and presenting their king with cut reeds in homage to their culture is just 1 aspect of the Zulu Reed Dance. The entire event takes place over several days and involves singing, dancing and other activities designed to help young Zulu girls prepare for womanhood. more

Museum Africa captures the bitter experience of the Rivonia Treason Trial, and the social effects of the migrant labour system on the gold mines. You can walk into a shebeen or hostel room of concrete bunks and discover many fascinting aspects of South Africa's history for yourself. more

At !Khwa ttu modern man can learn much from the San people, who lived in harmony with nature and practised an ancient ubuntu. Be transported into the past on a moving journey that will leave you with a renewed appreciation of their legacy. more

South Africa's many attractions - its unique history, diverse cultures, astonishing natural beauty, and abundant wildlife - offer endless possibilities for adventure. Among the best of South Africa's attractions is its warm and welcoming people and the unforgettable experiences that see visitors returning time and again. more

Joining the annual Shembe gathering, where followers of this Afro-Christian church meet, is a rare privilege for visitors looking to learn more about the Shembe faith, a fascinating blend of Old Testament Christianity and traditional Zulu beliefs. more

If you’ve ever been curious about the people who paint their homesteads so beautifully and dress so ornately, then you should pay a visit to the Mapoch Ndebele Cultural Village north-west of Pretoria and meet a fascinating and friendly rural community that has Nguni origins. more

Discover the fascinating and colourful Ndebele people, who are famous for painting their homesteads in bright, geometric patterns and for dressing ornately. A friendly rural community is ready with a warm welcome at Mabhoko Cultural Village, north-west of Pretoria, where they'll share with you their Nguni origins and interesting lifestyle. more

Among the earliest white settlers in the Cape’s colonial history, were French Huguenots fleeing religious persecution in Europe. Their arrival added yet another thread to the South African cultural tapestry. Their contribution is celebrated at the Huguenot Memorial Museum in Franschhoek, South Africa’s ‘French corner’. more

Centre your being at the Hare Krishna Temple of Understanding in Durban's Chatsworth suburb, where golden exterior and interior opulence are juxtaposed with the simplicity of beautiful gardens. Don't leave without sampling a dish of vegetarian delights for which the temple restaurant has become justifiably famous. more

Discover the diversity of religions when you visit South Africa’s historic places of worship. From the oldest and biggest Hindu temple to grand cathedrals; from Africa’s largest Buddhist temple to its first mosque; from tiny mission stations to great synagogues – South Africa is a treasure-trove of sacred places. more