The Eastern Cape, the second largest province in South Africa, is situated on the south-eastern coast and boasts great natural beauty, particularly along the stretch known as the Wild Coast. Port Elizabeth, positioned in Algoa Bay, is the largest city and an important harbour. Other major towns include the capital, Bhisho, Uitenhage, King William's Town, Grahamstown, Mthatha, Graaff-Reinet, Cradock, Stutterheim, Aliwal North, and Port St Johns, the largest town on the Wild Coast.
