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Country Overview

South Africa is located at the southern end of the African Continent. It is bound by the Namibia to the northwest, Botswana to the north, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Swaziland to the northeast, the Indian Ocean to the east and southeast and the Atlantic Ocean to the southwest and west. Major Cities (pop. est.); Cape Town 2,350,200, Johannesburg 1,916,100, Durban 1,137,400, Pretoria 1,080,200 (1991). South Africa has a temperate climate that is influenced by the warm Agulhas current from Mozambique as well as the Indian Ocean to the east and the cold Benguela current from the Atlantic Ocean on the west coast. Average annual precipitation varies from 400 mm (16 inches) in the east to less than 50 mm (2 inches) in the northwest coastal regions. Average annual precipitation in Cape Town is 510 mm (20 inches) and average temperature ranges are from 9 to 17 degrees Celsius (48 to 63 degrees Fahrenheit) in July to 16 to 27 degrees Celsius (61 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit) in February.

Cape Town Overview

Cape Town is a city with a diverse range of attractions, sights and activities to offer. From lavish and luxurious to back-packing on a budget, Cape Town has something for everyone. From the landmark beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay to the vibrant V&A Waterfront and Cape Town city centre and the award winning wine farms of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek.

Properties for sale in the Cape Town area

Reasons to buy in the Cape Town area

• Easy access from the UK, overnight flight on a similar time zone
• The World Cup in 2010 offers huge investment potential
• The exchange rate against the Rand is very favourable
• The cost of living is relatively low
• A great life-style, access to beaches and the garden route
• Owners of property can reside in South Africa as long as they wish

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