Colors of Johannesburg - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
Johannesburg is one of the most populous cities in the country. The city has become home to representatives of different nationalities. Foreign tourists will be particularly interested in culture and lifestyle of the ethnic tribes. However, when dealing with the indigenous people, tourists should take into account a lot of important points. The locals have rather different approach to Europeans. Many of the natives simply prefer to avoid them and show their feelings quite openly. Others, however, can express increased interest and attention to foreigners.
When communicating with the local residents tourists should not be aggressive. They need to be friendly and quite restrained. It also is not recommended to photograph the local people without their permission, as well as to try to enter someone’s home without invitation. If the local people do not feel any threat or aggression from the side of foreigners, they will behave in a very friendly and open manner.
The most interesting place for shopping in Johannesburg is Neighbourgoods Market. This market is located in a cozy alley and is not easy to be found. They sell great products, inexpensive … Open
Do not criticize their way of life and customs and never show your dissatisfaction with the local regulations. Political situation in the country is also not the best topic for a conversation, as well as relationship between the local people and migrants from European countries. By following several simple rules tourists can easily protect themselves from numerous adverse situations and make their rest very comfortable. During excursions and sightseeing programs tourists need to listen to guides carefully, as they will surely tell visitors about the rules of behavior and cultural characteristics of Johannesburg.
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 … Open
Staring at the end of July and ending at the beginning of August, the Good Food and Wine Show is a wonderful event that is particularly appealing to all foodies. This is the time when popular chefs show off their skills and offer everyone to try various delicacies of both local and international cuisines. Beer doesn’t end at the event, but visitors can always sample good wine. There are also interesting master classes on how to select the right wine. Thematic shows make the festival even more interesting. As a rule, many restaurants, cafes, cultural centers, and exhibition complexes in the largest city of the South African Republic participate in Good Food and Wine Show.
In Johannesburg, there are many nature reserves, entertainment centers and attractions that children will surely like. One of the most interesting and visited is the Monte casino bird park. … Open
Besides the Joy of Jazz Festival mentioned above, late September is also the time for Jozi Book Fair. Central Johannesburg College is the organization that hosts this event. Seminars, readings, performances, lectures, public discussions, meet and greet sessions, and official meetings – visitors can participate in all these during the event. Jozi Book Fair tries to raise the interest of visitors towards South African literature and, actually, the event definitely succeeds in that. Among the national holidays, the most notable and widely celebrated are the following: Human Rights Day (March 21), Day of Goodwill (December 26), Independence Day of the South African Republic (April 27). Besides that, Christmas is a very popular holiday in Johannesburg. At the end of November, a holiday fair trade opens in the city. At the fair, visitors can always purchase memorable souvenirs and gifts for the magic holiday.
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Cathedrals and basilicas near Johannesburg
♥ Cathedral of Christ the King, Johannesburg, 1.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Sacred Heart Cathedral, Pretoria, 52.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Cathedral of Christ the King, Johannesburg, 1.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Sacred Heart Cathedral, Pretoria, 52.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
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 traditions of South Africa
South Africa is a country amazing in many ways. It has 11 official languages, including English, so most locals are fluent in it. The culture of the country is very diverse: cultures of many African peoples such as the Zulu, Swazi, Tsonga, and others, as well as peoples with mixed African, Asian and European blood, are intertwined here. In South Africa, you can also meet many ethnic Indians. White South Africans are either Afrikaners who speak Afrikaans or Anglo-South Africans who speak English. Their ancestors were originally from France, Holland, and England respectively. … Open
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Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Johannesburg. Learn the best periods to visit Johannesburg to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Johannesburg.