A city located in South Africa and its only sea port, East London is located on the southeast coast of the country. The coast of city is located on the Indian Ocean side and is situated between two rivers, Buffalo River and Nahoon River. The city of East London as well as other cities too which include Bhisho, King William’s Town, Mdantsane and Zwelitsha have now been renamed as the Buffalo City Local Municipality. However, the people of the place continue to refer to it as East London only. The airport code of the place is still ELS which however is going to be changed very soon in the future.
East London Weather
The climate of the city of East London is just perfect. Since its location is on the Indian Ocean coast and in between the Cape Town and Durban, the temperatures are mild and the temperate climate is experienced. The temperature is just perfect and ranges between 24 and 28 degree Celsius in the summer days. Winters however have a temperature which rarely goes under 20 degrees Celsius. The weather of the city of East London has been rated at one of the top ten most moderate climates in the world to live in.
When and Where to Go in East London
No matter what part of the year you visit the Buffalo City or East London, there is great probability that you will land up in the mid of some annual event or festival. The month of February has the Buffalo Regatta and the Surfers Marathon for the locals and tourists to have fun. March/April has the Portnet Harbour Festival and that time, there may be an overlap of the East London Agricultural Show. May/June have the Gonubie Festival whereas the Washie 100 festival takes place in July. The month of September has the Spring Festival where in there are many events and shows. The Oktoberfest and the The Lions Beer Festival take place in October whereas November has the switching on of the Christmas Lights. Christmas celebrations in December are also something that one can look forward to.
Entertainment Places in East London
There are numerous places in East London where the locals and the tourists can have a nice time and spend some great evenings too. Options are available for cinemas, theatres, pubs, night clubs, etc where people can choose the kind of music they want to hear and also the cuisine that they wish to enjoy. There are various art galleries too that can be visited. Casinos too are a great hit for people who come to East London. Ice cream parlous, coffee shops, indoor entertainment places, etc are all present in good numbers.
Top Hotels in East London
The Hemingways Hotel is one of the most popular options for tourists that are present in East London. Blue Lagoon Hotel & Conference Centre is another which provides great facilities to all residents and even has conference facilities. Regent Hotel Suites is also a good place where you can enjoy all luxuries. Garden Court East London, Premier Hotel King David, The Royal Guest House, etc are also some other options which can be considered to stay in while you are in East London.
Tourist Attraction in East London
One of the best places to start your sightseeing is the Museum of East London. This place still has the first Coelacanth fish that was caught from the seas around the place. The fish was considered extinct and is described to be a living fossil. Also, an amazing beach is present here which has white sands where surfing is also a great option. The City Hall is also another good sightseeing spot. The only deep-water harbour in South Africa is present in East London. This makes it a place which cannot be missed at any cost. there are lovely views of the yachts coming in and also great meals can be enjoyed at the waterfronts. |
