Legendary, iconic Sun City rejuvenated
The rejuvenated Sun City will be ready in time for the Nedbank Golf Challenge.
MANY South Africans have made their way to one of the best known places in the country, Sun City, to either watch well-known sporting personalities vie for the most coveted trophies, or to indulge in the leisure offerings.
The Entertainment Centre, which featured some of the best in South African history on the boxing front and other related sporting events, not to mention the legendary opening of the venue, which had Frank Sinatra doing the honours, will be included in the massive R800-million refurbishment of this iconic resort.
One can go back in years and recall the legend of the heavyweight, Gerrie Coetzee, who fought his battles in the Super Bowl.
The Boksburg Bomber, who held the WBA title, fought Greg Page and Mike Weaver in the Super Bowl, but could not hold onto the title long enough, so his reign was short-lived.
In 1981, Frank Sinatra headlined the opening night of the 6 000-seater Super Bowl, after which many famous performers chose to perform at the venue, including the Beach Boys, Linda Ronstadt, Cher, Millie Jackson, Liza Minnelli, Paul Anka, Status Quo, Rod Stewart (July 1983), and Elton John (October 1983), as well as British rock band Queen.
Sun International’s legendary Sun City, which opened on December 7, 1979, will revitalise its iconic appeal and ensure that it retains its rightful place as one of the most exciting leisure destinations in the world.
“Sun City is the flagship property of Africa’s largest tourism, leisure and gaming group. It has a special place in the hearts of the millions of people who visit the resort each year,” said Mike van Vuuren, the managing executive at Sun City.
”Its rejuvenation is to ensure that it stays at the cusp of experiential entertainment and leisure offerings.
”With this substantial investment we strive to continue being unrivalled when it comes to providing our guests with superb hospitality options, great adventure activities and the best local and international entertainment.”
The rejuvenated Sun City will be ready for the Nedbank Golf Challenge from November 10 to 13, which will coincide with the European Tour. Visitors and spectators can look forward to many more exciting experiences at the resort.
