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ILembe

Updated: 2014-12-25

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ILembe, located on the east coast of South Africa, is a beautiful tourist destination close to Durban and Richards, the two most important international ports in South Africa.

The region, covering an area of 3,260 square kilometers, has a population of more than 600,000. Tourism and agriculture are the two pillar industries of ILembe, which enjoys a humid subtropical maritime climate. The abundant rainfall and fertile soil create favorable conditions for agricultural development. Sugar is one of the major agricultural products in ILembe.

A delegation from ILembe, South Africa, visits Zhanjiang.

The region is well-known both for its primitive natural landscape and diversified culture. The Dove Coast, a well-known fishing bank, is surrounded by barbed wire to protect against pollution and other man-made sabotage. The warm seawater and magnificent seascape makes it a paradise for swimmers all year round.

ILembe has a long history and is home to two famous World Cultural Heritage Sites. Different cultures including South African culture, Indian culture and European culture coexist harmoniously in the region and makes for the local culture’s uniqueness. The region attracts more than one million visitors each year.

Ilembe has great potential for investment, due to its predominant geological location, convenient transportation and favorable natural environment. Investors will find it an untapped “New World”.

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