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Pietermaritzburg, also known as Maritzburg or PMB for short, has a rich history dating back to 1838. Here's a quick rundown:

Founders and Founding: Established by Voortrekkers (Dutch settlers) after their victory at Blood River. They named it after their leaders Piet Retief and Gerrit Maritz.

Early Years: Initially an agricultural village, it soon attracted British and German immigrants. The British took control in 1843 and built Fort Napier, a historical landmark today.

Capital City: Pietermaritzburg became the capital of the Natal Colony (now KwaZulu-Natal) in 1856 and remained so through various political changes until 1994. It briefly shared capital status with Ulundi before reclaiming the sole title in 2004.

Today, Pietermaritzburg is the second-largest city in KwaZulu-Natal, known for its Victorian architecture, botanical gardens, and rich cultural heritage.