The first overview of the 2010 Host Cities that will say “Hola” to the world’s football fans in 2010.

2010 Host City Johannesburg is the largest and most populated City in South Africa with over 3 million inhabitants. Situated in the Gauteng province it is the South African regions economic hub and is a centre of the gold and diamond trade. (2010 Matches Johannesburg )

2010 Host City Cape Town is the capital of the Western Cape and with a population of over 3 million. Cape Town is South Africa’s third biggest city. A vibrant cosmopolitan metropolis it is known for its magnificent natural scenery and stunning beaches. (2010 Matches Cape Town )

2010 Host City Durban is the second most populated city in South Africa with over 3 million inhabitants. It is the busiest port in Africa and has a flourishing tourism industry. It is a multi cultural metropolis; its residents are of Zulu or European descent though it has the largest Asian population in Africa. (2010 Matches Durban)

2010 Host City Bloemfontein is the capital of the Free State Province which is situated in the heart of South Africa. Bloemfontein (translating as flower spring) is a small
Charming city with a population of under 400 000, and the judicial capital of South Africa. (2010 Matches Bloemfontein)

2010 Host City Nelspruit is the home of the newly built Mombela Stadium, which will welcome over 40 000 fans to the 2010 World Cup. Fittingly Mbombela is the siSwati word for a lot of people together in a small place. Nelspruit is a modern city with a population of just over 200 000 residents and has a state of the art, recently completed international airport situated in the north east region of the country, next door to the world renowned Kruger National Park.(2010 Matches Nelspruit)

2010 Host City Pretoria (Tshwane) is the South African administrative capital and is situated in the northern part of Gauteng province. The well spaced out “city of Tshwane” it is home to a million inhabitants, and features many national, cultural and educational institutions. Most foreign embassies are situated here. (2010 Matches Pretoria)

2010 Host City Rustenburg is a small welcoming town with a relaxed air about it. Official World Cup Stadium for Rustenburg is the Royal Bafokeng Sports Palace. Sun City is nearby and visitors can enjoy game viewing at the Pilanesberg National Park and Madikwe Game Reserves (2010 Matches Rustenburg)

2010 Host City Port Elizabeth (Nelson Mandela Bay) is a major seaport and commercial city with a village atmosphere. With over 1 million inhabitants it’s situated on the east coast of South Africa. With its golden beaches, warm Indian Ocean and fantastic climate it is also a popular holiday destination. (2010 Matches Port-Elizabeth)

2010 Host City Polokwane is the capital of Limpopo South Africa’s northernmost province. Limpopo shares borders with Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. An area of natural beauty with awe inspiring hikes and great game viewing opportunities. Polokwane is a bustling commercial capital of just over half a million inhabitants. (2010 Matches Polokwane)

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