Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Pietermaritzburg: Located in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, this South African city serves as the provincial capital and a significant economic hub.
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Quick Facts about Pietermaritzburg
| Population | 750,845 |
| Country | South Africa |
| State | KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa) |
| County | uMgungundlovu District Municipality |
| Postal code | 3201, 3200 |
| Phone Area Codes | 033 |
| Area | 126 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | -29.6168,30.3928 |
| Named for | Piet Retief |
| Altitude | 1,955 feet / 596 meters |
| Capital city | Pietermaritzburg is capital of Natal Province, Colony of Natal, Natalia Republic, Umgungundlovu District Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, Msunduzi Local Municipality |
| Establishment | January 01, 1839 (187 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Local time | 18:04:55 (19th April 2026) |
Geography
Pietermaritzburg is located at 29°37'0"S 30°23'34"E (-29.6167900, 30.3927800).
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