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  Introduction to Umhlanga
Umhlanga is also a paradise for the romantically inclined and many people either tie the knot here or spend their honeymoon here.
In 1869, Umhlanga’s first beach cottage, the Oyster Lodge was built on a rocky site overlooking the sea and in the true spirit of Umhlanga hospitality, tea and scones were served to passers-by.
However in 1954 Umhlanga's distinctive red and white lighthouse was built to warn mariners away from the dangers of the rocks.
www.umhlanga-rocks.com /Home.htm   (832 words)

  
  Umhlanga
Umhlanga is one of the most popular beach resort destinations on the east coast of South Africa.
Umhlanga's main beach is one of the Zulu Kingdom's seven Blue Flag beaches.
South of Umhlanga, this is a well-organized reserve on the banks of the Umgeni River.
www.places.co.za /html/umhlanga.html   (557 words)

  
 Umhanga Holiday
Umhlanga is a Zulu name, meaning "Place of Reeds" as reeds were washed down to the beach from the Ohlanga River 3km north of the resort.
In 1820 Umhlanga was divided into plots and it was an Irishman, Marcus McCausland, who played the leading role in the development of the village as a holiday resort.
Umhlanga is known for its subtropical climate throughout the year.
www.umhlangaholidays.co.za /index.htm   (141 words)

  
 Area / Umhlanga Rocks
Umhlanga means "Place of Reeds" in the Zulu language, referring to the beds of reeds that accumulate on the banks of the Ohlanga river a few Kilometres North of present day Umhlanga Rocks.
Umhlanga began earning its modern reputation as a 'home of fine hospitality' in 1869, when tea and scones were first served at a cottage named Oyster Lodge.
Umhlanga is also blessed in that it is close enough to the City of Durban some 20Km to the south to have access to the consumer variety and convenience of a big city, whilst still being far enough from the city to have a uniquely rustic "Village" atmosphere.
www.pamgolding.co.za /areas/umhlanga/umhlanga.asp   (768 words)

  
 Why Umhlanga for Real Estate and Long term Letting and Holiday Letting   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Umhlanga's O'Conner Promenade stretches from Durban View Park to Breakers resort in the north providing a pleasant walkway to Umhlanga residents and visitors and neat property frontage to the many varied flat and apartment complexes on the Umhlanga beach front.
There are crocodile farms close to Umhlanga, along the south and north coast, as well as the Phezulu Cultural Village, where you may see traditional Zulu dancing and culture, as well as their small crocodile farm.
Umhlanga, situated in the northern part of Durban Metro, has developed into a prime upmarket seaside residential and holiday resort with an array of holiday apartments and flats, luxury hotels, bed and breakfasts, excellent cuisine and unspoilt beaches.
www.coastalproperty.co.za /why_umhlanga.html   (373 words)

  
 Umhlanga Accommodation | Umhlanga Rocks Accommodation, KwaZulu Natal
Umhlanga Accommodation: Ben Siesta is situated directly across the road from the main bathing beach (Bronze Beach) in Umhlanga Rocks.
Umhlanga Accommodation: 314 Breakers Resort is an open plan apartment accommodating 2 adults and 1 child, located in the privately owned section of the Breakers Resort which is situated on the Umhlanga beachfront.
Umhlanga Accommodation: Sandals Guest House is centrally situated in the quiet residential area of Umhlanga Rocks, only 500 metres from the renowned ‘blue flag’ beach and 200 metres from the heart of the village where there is an abundance of top class restaurants and coffee shops...
www.sa-venues.com /accommodation/kzn_umhlanga.htm   (1577 words)

  
 Umhlanga Rocks, Africa Deluxe Tours' Quickies service - information
Umhlanga does feature a small central business district with a few restaurants, coffee shops, pharmacy, photo development, laundromat, etc. Most of the entertainment and restaurants in town are centred in the various hotels, which include family orientated resort-type hotels.
While Umhlanga does take you out of the city's hustle and bustle, central Durban with all its attractions is only a 20-minute drive away (outside of peak traffic times).
Umhlanga is Africa Deluxe Tours' preferred destination for clients who want to include Durban in their tour itineraries.
www.afrilux.co.za /quickies/umhlanga.htm   (534 words)

  
 Umhlanga Travel Guide
Umhlanga means "Place of Reeds" in the Zulu language, referring to the beds of reeds that accumulate on the banks of the Ohlanga river a few Kilometers North of present day Umhlanga Rocks.
This seaside resort of Umhlanga was originally part of the sugar estate of Sir Marshall Campbell, who introduced the colourful rickshaws to Durban’s beachfront.
When a track was made from Mount Edgecombe to Umhlanga Rocks, the area became popular with the local farmers who leased small plots on the shoreline of the ocean and built vacation cottages.
www.ecotravel.co.za /towns-cities/umhlanga.htm   (467 words)

  
 Umhlanga - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
It has been suggested that this article be split into multiple articles accessible from a disambiguation page.
The Umhlanga (Reed Dance) is a traditional dance where twenty to thirty thousand of Swaziland's maidens congregate and dance for the public.
Umhlanga is the Zulu and Swazi name for the Common Reed, Phragmites australis.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Umhlanga   (620 words)

  
 Umhlanga Hotel, Durban & Coastal Resorts, SOUTH AFRICA
The name of Umhlanga Rocks evokes a vision of golden beaches, lush surroundings and the exhilaration of holidaying in an idyllic part of the world.
Centrally situated in the heart of Umhlanga Rocks, the Protea Hotel Umhlanga is approximately 2 minutes walk to the main protected beach.
The name "Umhlanga" means "Place of Reeds" and is also well known for its landmark lighthouse, golden beaches, beautiful parks and a selective variety of accommodation and delicious cuisine, making Umhlanga one of KwaZulu-Natal`s prime upmarket holiday destinations north of Durban.
www.e-gnu.com /umhlanga_hotel_south_africa.html   (513 words)

  
 Information about Umhlanga | Umhlanga Accommodation
Umhlanga is the Zulu word for "Place of reeds" which makes reference to the natural, reed lined, lagoon formed by the Umhlanga River meeting the Indian Ocean to the north of the village.
The Umhlanga Lighthouse built in 1954, is possibly the most famous landmark in the area and is positioned to the south of Granny's pool.
Umhlanga Rocks is situated 20km north of Durban which translates to a 20 minute journey by car "up" the coast.
www.umhlangaflatservices.co.za /umhlanga.html   (610 words)

  
 Shamu Umhlanga Holiday Search   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Umhlanga is a well loved national and international holiday resort and boasts many beautiful holiday homes, holiday flats and Bed and Breakfast destinations.
Umhlanga offers many facilities with shopping centres, restaurants and hotels and is still affectionately referred to as a village because of its relaxed atmosphere.
Umhlanga Rocks is bordered by Umdloti to the north, La Lucia, Durban North and Glenashley to the south and Mount Edgecombe, Sunningdale, Somerset Park, Glen Anil and Glen Hills to the west.
www.shamu.co.za /holidays   (192 words)

  
 Umhlanga and Umdloti, KwaZulu-Natal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Eons ago part of a coastal dune forest, its wild animals were first pursued by the Stone Age, San hunter- gatherers, who sought the pleasures of incredibly mild winters away from their icy mountain caves.
Descended from late 19th century policies of indentured plantation labour and free immigration by merchants and traders, Indian influence is as pronounced on the Umhlanga Coastline as anywhere within Durban Metro...or beyond.
Heading seawards for the return journey to Umhlanga, Westbrook Beach is shark-netted, while surf fishing is the main pastime along the golden expanses leading to Umdloti.
umhlanga.kzn.org.za /sugarcoast   (1265 words)

  
 New money pumped into property
Umhlanga is one of the most desirable residential nodes on KwaZulu-Natal's increasingly sought-after north coast.
Indeed, she says, other local agencies are artificially pumping up, and even overstating, their international marketing connections and the supposed level of foreign interest in Umhlanga with the sole purpose of obtaining sole mandates.
And, she says, her research shows that 58% of all residential property sales in Umhlanga over the past year involved purchasers identified from the Deeds Office record of transfers as having Zulu or Indian surnames.
www.news24.com /News24/AnanziArticle/0,,1518-1795_1762746,00.html   (430 words)

  
 Umhlanga Hotel: KwaZulu Natal Durban Hotels: South Africa Hotels...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
The name of Umhlanga Rocks evokes a vision of golden beaches, lush surroundings in an idyllic part of the world.
The Umhlanga Hotel is situated in Umhlanga Rocks in KwaZulu-Natal.
The Umhlanga Hotel is ideally situated within close range of many tourist attractions and landmarks.
durban.hotel.co.za /kwazulu-natal-hotel-umhlanga.html   (328 words)

  
 Umhlanga Ferienwohnungen, KwaZulu Natal, Südafrika
Umhlanga Ferienwohnungen / Umhlanga Unterkunft für Selbstversorger Ferienwohnungen Umhlanga Ferienappartements Südafrika
Umhlanga Ferienwohnungen / Umhlanga Unterkunft für Selbstversorger, KwaZulu Natal, Südafrika: Umhlanga Selbstversorgung Unterkunft, Umhlanga Ferienwohnungen, Ferienhäuser, Ferienappartements in Umhlanga, KwaZulu Natal, Südafrika.
ZERANKA LODGE: Umhlanga Ferienwohnung - Set in a peaceful and tranquil setting in Umhlanga, only 30 meters from the beach and close to the main access roads, 20 mins from the airport and 10 mins from Durban centre.
www.suedafrika-reise.net /kwazulu/selbstversorgung/umhlanga.php   (664 words)

  
 Umhlanga Rocks - Durban KwaZulu Natal South Africa
Umhlanga Rocks lies on the KwaZulu Natal Coast in South Africa just north of Durban.
When a track was made from Mount Edgercombe to Umhlanga Rocks, the area became popular with the local farmers who leased small plots on the shoreline of the ocean and built vacation cottages.
In 1931 Umhlanga Rocks became a village and additional cottages, hotels, guest houses and stores were built.
www.drakensberg-tourism.com /umhlanga-rocks.html   (351 words)

  
 Crooked Tree Cottage - Accommodation in Umhlanga
Crooked Tree Cottage, situated in one of the hotspots of tourism, Umhlanga, Durban, Kwazulu Natal, South Africa, boasts 3 lovely bedrooms all en suite.
Umhlanga's Blue Flag beaches on the Indian Ocean are less than 1 km away.
There are plenty of touristy activities for those wishing to see the sights, and it is also close to Durban town centre, and the Durban ICC for those Business people here for a more serious purpose.
www.places.co.za /html/9815.html   (332 words)

  
 Umhlanga Hotels | Umhlanga Hotel Accommodation, South Africa
Umhlanga Hotel Accommodation: From budget to 5-star luxury Umhlanga hotels, resorts, game lodges and inns, as well as larger guest houses which feature all of the facilities and services a traveller would expect of a hotel.
TEREMOK LODGE: Umhlanga Hotel - Teremok means “little hideaway” in Russian and is an oasis of serenity close to the beach.
ZERANKA LODGE: Umhlanga Hotel - Set in a peaceful and tranquil setting in Umhlanga, only 30 meters from the beach and close to the main access roads, 20 mins from the airport and 10 mins from Durban centre.
www.sa-venues.com /kwazulunatal/hotels/umhlanga.php   (305 words)

  
 IOL: KZN property developers may have to pay up
Property developers planning to build any high-rise buildings may also be required to submit detailed impact studies and photographic models to demonstrate what effect their developments would have on the sea views, and shadowing effect on surrounding properties and public amenities.
It is believed that the developers of the proposed Pearls of Umhlanga luxury condominiums have already been asked to make financial contributions to upgrading some infrastructure in the area because of the scale of the proposed development, and associated impacts on public amenities.
The Umhlanga Nodal Study was initiated last year as a result of the Pearls project, and growing pressure from other developers to increase the scale of existing beachfront properties by amending the existing Umhlanga Town Planning Scheme.
www.iol.co.za /index.php?sf=124&set_id=1&click_id=13&art_id=vn20060919024209584C120171   (913 words)

  
 Umhlanga Holiday Accommodation,Umhlanga Vacation Rentals,Umhlanga Accommodation,Umhlanga Apartments,Umhlanga,Umhlanga ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Just 15 minutes north of Durban, the thriving coastal resort town of Umhlanga Rocks has become the playground of the young and old who visit this Indian Ocean resort to experience miles of attractive beaches and an array of sophisticated shopping malls.
In spite of Umhlanga's phenomenal growth rate, much of its village ambience has been retained and Umhlanga has become a premier holiday resort for sun worshippers and fun seekers alike.
The Gateway Shopping and Entertainment Centre, currently under construction, promises to be the largest shopping and entertainment centre in the Southern Hemisphere and is scheduled to open in October 2001.
www.infosite.co.za /kwazulu   (806 words)

  
 Protea Hotel Umhlanga, Umhlanga Rocks Durban
Protea Hotel Umhlanga, the name of Umhlanga Rocks evokes a vision of golden beaches, lush surroundings and the exhilaration of holidaying in an idyllic part of the world.
Delicious breakfasts are available in the breakfast room, while a variety of restaurants in the area have a range of menus to suit all tastes.
Centrally situated in the heart of Umhlanga Rocks, the Hotel Umhlanga is approximately 2 minutes walk to the main protected beach.
www.uyaphi.com /Acc/kzn/KZNproteaumhlanga.htm   (347 words)

  
 Accomodation at Umhlanga Sands in Umhlanga Rocks in KZN Province, South Africa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Accomodation at Umhlanga Sands in Umhlanga Rocks in KZN Province, South Africa
There are 2 restaurants and a late-night action bar with different live music for every night of the week.
The resort is situated within walking distance of the charming village of Umhlanga Rocks.
www.beachandbush.co.za /umhlangasands.htm   (240 words)

  
 Accommodation Umhlanga Platinum Lodges
The Inhle Guest House is situated in Umhlanga Ridge, having spectacular views of the Indian ocean.
Pearls of Umhlanga, a lavish residential resort that is transforming Kwa-Zulu Natal and setting new Standards in South Africa.
Located on the Umhlanga beach front nestling between a tropical forest and lagoon on the one side, and a glorious expanse of unspoiled coastline on the other - guests can relax and unwind in the sunshine whilst sipping cool cocktails around the magnificent pool deck.
www.accommodation-umhlanga.co.za /platinum.htm   (323 words)

  
 Attractions and Activities in Umhlanga Rocks
The Sharks Board is open to the public from Monday to Friday between 08h00 and 16h00 and on Sundays between 13h00 and 16h00.
Named after the late Councillor Ken O Connor, mayor and hotelier of Umhlanga, this promenade stretches from Durban View Park in the south to Breakers Resort in the north.
The impressive structure, situated alongside the N2 highway in Umhlanga Rocks, houses a vast array of shops, cinemas and restaurants PLUS a huge standing wave known as DRex, a mega skate park designed by international expert Tony Hawk, the highest climbing wall imaginable and now a go-kart track, putt-putt course and a challenging 4x4 track.
www.sandyridge.co.za /umhlanga-attractions.html   (794 words)

  
 Umhlanga Rocks, South Africa – Go2Africa’s Guide for KwaZulu Natal Vacations
Umhlanga Rocks was originally part of the sugar estate of Sir Marshall Campbell, who introduced the colourful rickshaws to Durban’s beachfront.
In 1931 Umhlanga Rocks became a village, and additional cottages, hotels, guesthouses and stores were built.
Umhlanga Rocks is a town in KwaZulu Natal.
www.go2africa.com /south-africa/kwazulu-natal/umhlanga-rocks   (304 words)

  
 Umhlanga Rocks holiday accommodation | Self Catering Umhlanga Rocks
We are located in the friendly, seaside village of Umhlanga Rocks on the North Coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa, and we specialise in providing value for money, self-catering holiday accommodation in Umhlanga Rocks.
Along with keeping the flats clean and fresh, we are also happy to pay utility bills on the owners behalf and facilitate any maintenance works which may be required from time to time.
For flat owners who live away from Umhlanga and who don't want their flats rented out we are able to offer a security checking and cleaning service.
www.umhlangaflatservices.co.za /index.html   (364 words)

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