South Africa's capital is often the starting and ending point for adventures througout the storied nation. Far from being just a stopover, travelers who lend themselves a few extra hours to explore Durban will find the city an artistic and cultural hodge podge worth far more than a glimpse.
Home to miles of sandy beaches, travelers on long walks will often spot a group of Zulu sangomas, identifiable by beads and buckskins, collecting the seawaters for their traditional medicines. With sangomas often providing a staggering knowledge of the medicinal properties of local plants, those looking for a new headache cure may want to check out Durban's Warwick Junction, the country's largest market for muti, South African traditional medicine.
Home to a number of talented designers, travelers can indulge in some eclectically cool threads while in town. Tribal patterns are often paired with vibrant textiles in breathy skirts and shirts, and shoes in every size, shape and color can be found to match any outfit.
Traditional medicinals and high-class fashion in Durban
Posted on Thursday, Feb. 2nd, 2012
