Mthatha
South Africa · Eastern CapeZA
City in Eastern Cape, South Africa
Mthatha, alternatively rendered Umtata, is the main city of the King Sabata Dalindyebo Local Municipality in Eastern Cape province of South Africa and the capital of OR Tambo District Municipality. The city has an airport, previously known as the K. D. Matanzima Airport after former leader Kaiser Matanzima. Mthatha derives its name from the nearby Mthatha River which was named after the sneezewood (umtati) trees, famous for their wood and medicinal properties.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 96,114
- Coordinates
- -31.589, 28.784
- Timezone
- Africa/Johannesburg
- Elevation
- 694 m
Overview of Mthatha
Mthatha — a medium-sized town in Eastern Cape, South Africa — is worth a place on your map. Its resident count stands at approximately 96,114. Which tells you how much ground there is to cover. Mthatha is strongest on culture and nature. Season planning starts with its southern-hemisphere location. Elevation is roughly 694 metres.
Things to do in Mthatha
Culture in Mthatha
(2)Our data lists Cathedrals and Historical Sites as culture options here. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Mthatha's own activity tags.
Nature in Mthatha
(1)Mthatha records Rivers under nature. Everything listed here comes from what Mthatha is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
More to do in Mthatha
(1)The other activities shortlist for Mthatha: Secret. Everything listed here comes from what Mthatha is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Best time to visit Mthatha
Mthatha stays visitable year-round thanks to its indoor options.
Getting there & around
Regional links serve Mthatha, and the centre does not need a car. Time zone: Africa/Johannesburg.
Similar destinations
Places near Mthatha that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mthatha known for?
- Mthatha, in Eastern Cape, South Africa, is best known for culture and nature. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 96,114 residents.
- What can you do in Mthatha?
- Recorded activities in Mthatha include Cathedrals, Historical Sites and Rivers. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Mthatha?
- Mthatha stays visitable year-round thanks to its indoor options.
- Where is Mthatha located?
- Mthatha is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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