South Africa Geography

South Africa makes up the southern portion of the continent of Africa, from the Atlantic Ocean in the west to the Indian Ocean in the east. The country is the 27th-largest in the world, or the same size as France, Spain, and Portugal combined. Once relatively isolated from the rest of the world, the country is now actively promoting itself as a tourist destination. At the same time, South Africans are reconnecting to their land and its unique geography. Explore the fascinating diversity of the country's bustling urban areas along with the natural wonders of its beaches, veldts, and amazing wildlife.