Pietermaritzburg is popularly called Maritzburg and is often informally abbreviated to PMB. It is a regionally important industrial hub, producing aluminium, timber and dairy products, and is the …

Pietermaritzburg, city, capital of KwaZulu-Natal province, South Africa. It lies in the Msunduzi River valley, at the base of a tree-covered escarpment inland from Durban. Boers from the …

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Founded in 1838, Pietermaritzburg is situated within the Msunduzi Municipal boundary and is the Capital City of The Province of Kwa-Zulu Natal and second-largest city in the province.

Nov 2, 2025 · Access to Pietermaritzburg by road is easy, lying as it does on the major N3 freeway from Durban to Johannesburg. The R56 connects Pietermaritzburg with Cape Town, …

It is the gateway on the route between Durban and Johannesburg and hosts an abundance of accommodation, museums, historical architecture and parks. The city is home to the …

It sits in a river valley surrounded by hills and farmlands. The city is known for its Victorian architecture and history, with a calm vibe compared to bigger coastal cities. It’s a good base to …

Pietermaritzburg is a city in the centre of South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal province. The capital of Kwazulu-Natal, it is famous for its history and architecture. Its Zulu name, umGungundlovu, is …

Visit the city hall in Pietermaritzburg, the largest red-brick building in the Southern Hemisphere. Nearby game reserves or the beautiful countryside invite visitors to have a closer look at …

Pietermaritzburg, a vibrant city in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal province, offers a mix of cultural, historical, and natural attractions. Spanning around 168.5 square kilometres, the city boasts …