Natal is a province of South Africa located in the east of the country. It is bordered by the Indian Ocean to the east and the provinces of Eastern Cape to the south, Free State to the west, and Mpumalanga and Gauteng to the north. It is the second-most populous province in South Africa, with a population of over 11 million people. The capital city of NATAL is Pietermaritzburg. The province is known for its beautiful beaches, wildlife reserves, and cultural heritage.