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Colors of Pretoria - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
Except of the habitants a lot of people from European countries live there, this merging has an effect on the national features of Pretoria. To feel comfortable travelers need to remember about several important rules of conduct, they will help to behave in different situations. So when people talk with Europeans, the youngest person must greet the first, when people talk with South Africans there is contrary rule – the oldest person greets the first.
When people talk with European habitants it is not necessary to look point-blank at them, it can seem to be the sign of aggression. As for South Africans it is opposite situation again – wandering look is sign of unrespect, so it is necessary to look straight to eyes talking. Some gestures have their own meaning. It is not recommended to pass money or other things with left hand – it is the sign of unrespect.
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A lot of habitants know English well and if the local habitant don’t understand another person he will let him know about this. Usually after several sentences in the foreign language the natives cross their palms in front of the face – it means that they can’t understand their interlocutor. If people teach several sentences in the national language beforehand, it will be easier to arrange the common understanding with native people. Also it is important to note that the habitants are very punctual. The business meetings need to be fixed a few days before, and it is necessary to be there in time. 
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Pretoria and surroundings
Reference information
Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Pretoria
♥ Sacred Heart Cathedral, Pretoria, 6.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Cathedral of Christ the King, Johannesburg, 56.9 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Pretoria
♥ Castle 'Erasmus Castle' , 12.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle Kyalami' , 36.6 km from the center. On the map
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Unique landmarks in Pretoria and around
Tau Tona Mine
From the series “The Most Inaccessible Spots of the Planet”
Check on the map: Distance from Pretoria center - 112.1 km.
Some difficult-to-reach places, whose formation was influenced by humans, can be found deep under the earth. Recently, the Tau Tona Mine, located in the Johannesburg area, became the world-famous landmark. This is the largest mine on earth. The ability to reach the mine is not only due to its great depth. One of the distinctive peculiarities of deep mines is very high temperature. …
Read further Distance from Pretoria center - 112.1 km.
National traditions of South Africa
Labor and teamwork are highly valued here. South Africans are mostly quite pragmatic and can be called realists. South Africans like to communicate, with foreigners as well. People in South Africa openly slap friends on the back, hug them, shake hands. A handshake should be accompanied by eye contact as a sign of openness and honesty. It is considered very polite to ask about someone's health - this shows respect and attention. Compliments are also appreciated. If a South African disagree with something or someone, he will directly tell about it. Many locals speak much louder than Europeans and Americans. During the conversation, South Africans stand very close to each other. In public transport, distances between people are also quite small. During a conversation, it is important to maintain eye contact, but many locals look away when talking to someone older or higher in social status as a sign of respect.
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Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Pretoria. Learn the best periods to visit Pretoria to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Pretoria.
