South Africa is ranked among the Top-10 Most Beautiful Countries in the World. As per the recent survey conducted by the Rough Guides, the readers voted around the globe to choose the most beautiful countries in the world.
Among the voted countries, that were ranked at the highest in the survey ‘New Zealand’ claimed the top spot, with its stunning scenery and landscapes. Italy secured the second place, its rich cultural heritage and great natural beauty made it secure this position.
Followed by Canada, which is celebrated for its dramatic scenery and wildlife, which is positioned at third place.
France, with its countryside landscapes and varied attractions claimed the fifth spot, while Switzerland is ranked as fourth, which is renowned for its spectacular scenery and pristine lakes.
Rough Guides, British Publisher, honoured South Africa as tenth among the Most Beautiful Countries in the World. Acknowledging South Africa, the travel guide writes, “What you love: The diversity, culture, landscape, wine, people and food.”
“Surprisingly the only African country to make the top-20, South Africa is undeniably stunning, as revealed in our guide to its scenic beauty,” added Rough Guides. The publication also mentioned that Namibia received a fair-few-nominations.
The publication said, many people praised the country’s “sheer diversity of scenery”, and its “raw natural landscape, roads and ocean”. Iconic Table Mountain and penguin-packed beaches lie just a stone’s throw from Cape Town, added further.
Moreover, the wine-growing valleys of the Western Cape enchant with their verdant hills and vintages. “And let’s not forget that South Africa also offers some of the world’s best safari experiences,” includes Rough Guides.
The travel guide also appreciated Cape Town’s Victoria & Alfred Hotel offers exceptional views of Table Mountain, which is set on the quayside.
The publication urged to start planning a trip to South Africa. With the help of the local experts and carefully crafted South African itineraries, the travellers are guaranteed an outstanding experience.
According to the Rough Guides, the best time to visit South Africa will be an indispensable aid to preparations. And if one is going on a family trip, then they should also find out all the information they need from the guide to South Africa with kids.
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