Sun City, located in the North West Province of South Africa, a couple of hours from Johannesburg, is an internationally acclaimed luxury casino and resort. This unique resort lies in the heart of an ancient volcano between the Elands River and the Pilanesberg....more
Sun City, located in the North West Province of South Africa, a couple of hours from Johannesburg, is an internationally acclaimed luxury casino and resort. This unique resort lies in the heart of an ancient volcano between the Elands River and the Pilanesberg. The resort has something for everyone and won’t disappoint. It is also home to four world-class hotels and nature reserves ideal for safaris. Even though it is a world-renowned casino, Muslims visiting Sun City will be able to take part in endless activities. Muslim tourists must also be aware that they will be able to locate Muslim-friendly facilities in Sun City.
When in Sun City, a visit to the Pilanesberg Nature Reserve is a must. The reserve has 7000 animals and over 200 kilometres of roads and is considered one of South Africa’s best game reserves. It is also home to Africa’s ‘Big Five’ - elephants, lions, rhinos, leopards and African buffalo. Visitors can also go on a safari that allows them to interact with elephants, explore the area in their own vehicle, take an escorted walk or even take an exciting hot air balloon ride over the reserve. This is definitely the best way to view the park and its wildlife.
Located nearby is the Motseng Cultural Village, which is the ideal place for tourists looking to learn more about the culture and tradition of the tribes of South Africa. Visitors will be able to take a guided village tour and will come across fascinating cultural performance. There is also a shop selling various local African crafts and art, for those interested. A visit to the village is a visual experience that must not be missed.
Those staying at any of the hotels within Sun City have free access to the Valley of the Waves. This water park is said to be one of the most advanced in South Africa. This is a great location for some fun with the family as it is home to numerous exciting rides, pools and chutes. One of the main attractions of the park is the Roaring Lagoon, which is a huge wave pool made to look like a beach with sand and palm trees. The park also has life guards on duty, making it a stress-free outing for those with kids.
The closest airport to Sun City is Pilanesberg International Airport, which is located about 7 kilometres away. The closest major airport to Sun City however, is O. R. Tambo International Airport, located in Kempton Park, near Johannesburg, approximately 146 kilometres away.
Muslim visitors will be able to locate a couple of Halal restaurants in Sun City. The Palm Terrace at the Cabanas hotel is said to serve Halal food, as well as the Grill Room, the Crocodile Lounge, the Palace Pool Deck and the Palace Gazebo at The Palace of the Lost City hotel, and the Raj Restaurant at the Sun City Hotel. It is however best to make sure the food served at these restaurants is Halal, before placing an order.
There are no known mosques in Sun City. Muslims visiting Sun City can ask the locals for mosques located in areas nearby or, they are advised to pray in their hotel room before setting out on any excursion, if possible. Visitors to Sun City can also travel to the city of Johannesburg for Friday prayers, as it is home to a few mosques.
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