Most countries chose a single city as their capital. But there are nations across the globe with two or more capital cities. As travelers wait out the coronavirus pandemic, armchair traveling and hopefully planning their next adventures, consider which capital of these countries to visit in future-either or perhaps both?
South Africa: Pretoria, Cape Town and Bloemfontein
This is the only country to have three capital cities, a special arrangement designed to share power across regions. With a spectacular location between the shoreline and Table Mountain, Cape Town was the capital of Britain's Cape Colony and remains the legislative (立法的) capital of South Africa. By dividing the remaining branches of government between Pretoria and Bloemfontein, the Republic of South Africa helped distribute power across the new country.
Netherlands: Amsterdam and The Hague
With a reputation as one of Europe's hottest party spots, Amsterdam has plenty of name recognition. But even though the Netherlands' constitution appoints the city as the country's capital by law, the real work of governing takes place in The Hague. The Netherlands' main governing bodies have been located in this great city for centuries.
Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya
Featuring with a combination of minarets, stylish towers and street markets, Kuala Lumpur is a representative example of Malaysian life and culture. It is the national capital, too, the seat of the legislature and the official home of Malaysia's monarch. But even governments need a break from big-city life. In 1995, the government began constructing Putrajaya, a quieter metropolis that wraps around a massive artificial lake. The new capital makes up for what it lacks in heritage in space.
