Sightseeing in Johannesburg - what to see. Complete travel guide
Up to 1886 Johannesburg was a small town without anything outstanding or popular. The destiny of this settlement was changed by the European named George Harrison who found a rich gold mine on the territory of the town. Starting from that time Johannesburg began developing rapidly and just 10 years later already 50 thousand of Europeans lived there. Today this is the largest megalopolis on the territory of South Africa, a famous industrial center and a popular resort. Johannesburg is surrounded by several satellites with each of them having its sights and places of interest, but you should start your exploration of the city from its unique buildings and cultural centers.
A beautiful modern city with rich historical heritage, every year Johannesburg attracts numerous travelers from around the world. The center of the city is the most attractive area for … Open
Johannesburg attracts fans of ecotourism as various safaris and walks in the local nature reserves remain the most popular form of entertainment. Sterkfontein Caves are one of the most … Open
In the vicinity of Johannesburg is the ethnic village of Lesedi. It will be a great place to explore the culture and traditions of the indigenous population. On the territory of this village are the dwellings of the five main tribes of South Africa. Travelers in this open-air museum will have a lot of entertainment. They will be able to try on the national costumes of the leaders, learn how to play amazing musical instruments and take part in incredibly interesting rituals. Every day, there are interesting shows with music and dances for visitors of the village. Here you can also buy many interesting souvenirs.
1. Tourists are recommended to use only bottled water for drinking. You can find it in all grocery stores and supermarkets. Tap water is not harmful to health, but the use of it can … Open
The perfect place for a family excursion will be the Observatory Ridge. It is located in the highest point of the city, on the top of the mountain range. The opening of this observatory took place back in 1903. Near the observatory is equipped with several wonderful observation platforms. So, after a cognitive excursion you can admire the panorama of the city.
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Survived castles around Johannesburg
♥ Castle 'Castle Kyalami' , 23 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Erasmus Castle' , 48.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Castle Kyalami' , 23 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Erasmus Castle' , 48.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
National and city parks around Johannesburg
♥ National Park 'Groenkloof National Park' , 51.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ World Heritage Site 'Vredefort Dome' , 103.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Groenkloof National Park' , 51.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ World Heritage Site 'Vredefort Dome' , 103.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
Art galleries in Johannesburg and around
♥ Art museum 'Johannesburg Art Gallery' Johannesburg, 1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'No Show Museum' Johannesburg, 1.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Johannesburg Art Gallery' Johannesburg, 1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'No Show Museum' Johannesburg, 1.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sights around Johannesburg from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Tau Tona Mine
From the series “The Most Inaccessible Spots of the Planet”
Check on the map: Distance from Johannesburg center - 65.3 km.
On the surface was built an industrial complex that produces ice. The ice is drained through the special pipelines into the depth of the mine, which allows the temperature in the deepest mine parts to reduce to 28 degrees Celsius. Without this measure, the temperature forms more than 40 degrees, which together with the high humidity makes working conditions unbearable. Every day thousands of workers enter the Tau Tona Mine. The journey to the workplace of some workers takes about an hour. Working in the deep pit is very dangerous. According to statistics, an average of 5 people per year are killed in the mine. …
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The Republic of South Africa offers a variety of entertaining activities to its guests, so there’s no wonder why every year more and more travelers come to visit this wonderful country. Gauteng region is considered the historical center of the country as the colonization of South Africa started from it. Travelers are continuously interested in visiting such cities as Pretoria and Johannesburg, which are already not separated cities anymore and have been united into one big metropolis. … Open
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