Explore diverse landscapes travel back in time and discover unique populations all without leaving your chair! Start your international tour in South Africa land of animal reserves diamond mining Nelson Mandela ancient cave paintings and so much more.

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Introduction to a land of diversity -- History and roots of racial divisions -- Political uprising and resistance to apartheid -- A new nation -- The diverse people of today's South Africa -- The land -- Animals and nature -- Culture -- Economy -- Future challenges -- Timeline -- Essential facts -- Places to visit.