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Overview
Gauteng, South Africa's smallest province, is also its industrial, financial and
commercial hub and a gateway to southern Africa. It was here where
the cradle of humankind is found, where gold was discovered,
apartheid fell, the new constitution was written and Nelson Mandela
was inaugurated as President. A hefty history for any place, but in
Gauteng anything is possible. A sense of excitement prevails in this
technologically advanced, culturally diverse, vibrantly artistic
destination which beckons the visitor with a multitude of
opportunities to discover and experience its precious life spirit.
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Sterkfontein
Sterkfontein Caves: World Heritage Site, known as the Cradle of Humankind, where
our human ancestors walked over 4 million years ago. It is the
richest site in the world for fossils of 'Australopithecus' (a
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Soweto
South Africa's most famous township and the centre of the Freedom Struggle
during the Apartheid years. Visit Nelson Mandela's old home, Freedom
Square, the Hector Peterson Memorial and other Struggle sites. |
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Johannesburg
'The City of Gold' is a vibrant, eclectic city with a pulsating heartbeat.
The economic powerhouse of the country, 'Joburg' or 'Jozi' offers not
only business opportunities, but history, culture, shopping and
entertainment. Visit Sandton, Rosebank, MonteCasino, MuseumAfrica,
Newtown Cultural Precinct, Johannesburg Art Gallery and Melville
Koppies. |
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Magaliesburg
Small village at heart of beautiful region of mountains, valleys, rivers
and indigenous woodland; enjoy fly-fishing and visit the country
guest houses, lodges, art & craft studios, various trails
(hiking, horse, mountain bike), Magalies Express Train and historical
war sites. |
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Gold Reef City & Apartheid Museum
Great fun is to be had at this family-friendly amusement park with
countless breath-taking rides, built on an authentic Victorian Gold
Mine site. Adjacent to Gold Reef City is the Apartheid Museum with
its haunting exhibitions portraying South Africa's turbulent history. |
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Lesedi Cultural Village
An amazing experience of tribal dancing and traditional African villages
showcasing the cultures and crafts of the Zulu, Ndebele, Sotho, Pedi
and Xhosa tribes. |
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Pretoria
Seat of South Africa's administration and foreign missions, Pretoria is a
stately city that bursts into a profusion of purple Jacaranda
blossoms in October. Don't miss the Union Buildings; the National
Zoological Gardens, Aquarium and Reptile Park; the National Botanical
Gardens; Church Square; Melrose House; Pretoria Art Museum and the
Voortrekker Monument. |
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Hartebeespoort
Against the backdrop of the Magaliesberg Ridge, the town and dam of
Hartebeespoort offer the visitor water-based leisure options, an
aquarium, snake park, roadside stalls, game drives and a cableway.
This region is the last sanctuary of the Cape vulture. |
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Cullinan
The world's largest diamond was discovered in Cullinan in 1905 worth 3106
carats; visitors can go on a Cullinan Diamond Mine tour and purchase
diamonds at the Cullinan Diamond Market; the town also has many
turn-of-the-century houses. |
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Tswaing Crater
Site where a massive meteorite hit earth more than 220 000 years ago,
leaving a crater of about 1,13 km wide and 200 m deep. This area
boasts 320 bird species and 420 species of flora. |
