The history of the rise of Sun City is very similar to the base of Las Vegas .When tourism in South Africa began to slowly flourish and even bring a big profit, the local people were puzzled: how to make it so that the wild expanses of the north of the country were not "idle" without business, but carried a penny to the treasury of the republic .Very simply: we will create a man-made paradise in the heart of the jungle (for exotics even in the crater of an ancient volcano), plant it with all known entertainment, build classy hotels and organize an excellent leisure infrastructure .And yes - we will conduct a convenient road straight from the capital Tswane .Especially since the example is something: well, what, what on another continent, in the deserted Nevada - is the essence of the same thing! So the South African Republic acquired its own nest of debauchery and vice under the inspiring name "City of the Sun" .Today it is a state-of-the-art entertainment resort, including several theme parks, hotels for every taste and purse, golf courses, a casino, a cinema and more than a hundred different classes - active and not very good .
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How to get to Sun City
The nearest airport is in the Pilanesberg National Park, in the immediate vicinity of Sun City. From there you can get to the "sunny city" by taxi or shuttle, as well as book a transfer when booking the hotel. Another option is to land in Johannesburg and get to Sun City by car. Another option is a trip from the capital Tswana: the roads are kept in excellent condition, in addition to the surrounding landscapes the miracle is as good.
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Hotels
On the territory of Sun City, there are 5 hotels of different concept and pricing policy.
Five-star Palace of the Lost City opened in 1992. The hotel is luxuriously decorated in an African style, boasting impeccable service and everything you need for an exclusive stay. A special "chip" of its interiors is artfully executed sculptures of elephants, valuable furniture and fabrics.
The five-star Hotel The Cascades, which has been leading its history since 1983, is aimed at fans of a peaceful holiday in a bourgeois-colonial atmosphere. It is his triangle building that first appears from behind the horizon when approaching Sun City. Among the "highlights" of the hotel - a magnificent bird park, an excellent pool and proximity to the entertainment of the Valley of the Waves.
The "Four" The Sun City Hotel will appeal to families with children, young people and everyone who is looking for noisy entertainment and an atmosphere of vacation fun. There are 340 rooms, quality service and pleasant interiors - without much glamor compared to the "five", but very worthy. Directly from the hotel building you can go to the Casino and Theater, in 5 minutes there is a golf club.
Democratic "treshka" Cabanas offers a budget vacation for the whole family in 380 standard rooms. Entertainment: swimming pools with slides, Waterworld Water Park, zoo, mini-golf, etc.
Finally, those who are accustomed to live in their own rhythm even on vacation, we recommend staying at Vacation Club Sun City, which is located on the very border of the Pilanesberg National Park. The apartments have a different number of bedrooms, everywhere there are full kitchens and living rooms. Guests can enjoy all the entertainment of Sun City.
Cuisine and restaurants Sun City
On the territory of Sun City there is absolutely no shortage of public catering .Restaurants ,cafes and snack bars here more than 20 in total - among them there are both pleasant and inexpensive institutions for the family ,specializing in fast food of different countries (including noted ,of course ,and network "fasts") ,and quality restaurants ,where it's not a shame to bring a beloved (well ,or lover) ,and pompous options for dinner "with meaning" ,as well as a number of institutions ,available only on advance order - for example ,The Palace Gazebo in the heart of the Gardens of the Lost City or The King's Tower ,with which a breathtaking view opens up at the national park Pilanesberg
Shopping and shopping
African crafts, souvenirs with the symbols of Sun City, as well as more detailed things can be bought in the numerous souvenir shops and boutiques of the entertainment complex. Prices are fixed everywhere, bargaining is not accepted.
Entertainment Sun City
Valley of waves
Valley of Waves (Valley of Waves) - one of the main attractions of Sun City. You can get here straight from the Entertainment Center, passing the Time Bridge - it's true, in the time allotted for the transition, because every hour there is an "eruption" of the volcano, destroying the bridge: the ground under your feet shakes, the terrestrial tree rumbles, and in the air there is a distinct smell of gray.
The center of the Valley of the waves is the roaring lagoon, whose water surface covers an area of 6500 sq. Km. Underwater mechanisms create ever-increasing waves, and once in a minute and a half along the lagoon a nearly two-meter foam ridge sweeps. And for those who prefer less adrenaline entertainment, there is a beautiful sandy beach along the banks.
The Temple of Courage is another water attraction not for the faint-hearted: a descent (or more precisely, a fall) in the toboggan of 70-meter height, which includes 17 meters of almost free flight. However, in the Valley of the waves there are 4 more toboggans with "less effect." For small children and respectable adults, leisurely boat trips along the Lazy River are offered, a plush pool of Royal Baths, walks through the rainforests surrounding the Valley of Waves and the inspection of waterfalls.
Casino Sun City is rightfully considered the best gambling house in South Africa - there are 852 slot machines and 38 tables. American roulette, blackjack and poker are all offered to the resort's guests round the clock and 365 days a year.
Golfers in Sun City also do not get bored: they have two 18-hole fields, Gary Player and The Lost City.
Still from the category of adrenaline rush is a magnificent attraction - zip-sliding, descent along a 2 km stretch stretched from the entertainment center, which is 5 minutes walk from Sun City, to the heart of the complex. The descendants reach a speed of 140 km / h, but this is not at all terrible, unlike, say, bungee jumping, because there is no free fall as such. The cost of pleasure is 295 ZAR, and to look at the experience of others, you will have to pay 90 ZAR.
For adrenaline of another kind (and also to shout "Get me out of here!") Go to the Labyrinth. Constructed from stone and wood, it resembles the excavation of ancient cities. The area of the labyrinth is rather large - more than 2000 square meters. m; This is the largest construction of this kind in the Southern Hemisphere. At the entrance is given a card, but, they say, it does not help.
In the evening you can go to the Theater - every day here they give musicals or "light" performances, as well as night shows for adults, or listen to a concert in the Concert Bowl, where world stars often look. For the youngest in Sun City there is a natural world of Animal World, Crocodile Gardens, Stimela mini-train, mini-golf and lots of active entertainment.
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