Johannesburg Attractions You Do Want to Check out
Jo’burg (formerly E’Goli) offers many exciting activities. Visit cutting-edge contemporary galleries or explore Maboneg Precinct’s converted warehouses; there’s something fun for everyone here.
History fans will enjoy visiting Constitution Hill to experience its powerful apartheid museum exhibits. This historic site, which overlooks the city and includes Number Four, Old Fort, and Women’s Gaol – once home to prominent activists such as Nelson Mandela – provides stunning panoramic views. Cathay Pacific offers great transportation options, including routes from Hong Kong to Johannesburg.
Nelson Mandela Bridge
The Nelson Mandela Bridge, designed by Danish architectural firm Dissing+Weitling and named in honour of South Africa’s first democratically elected president, stands as a powerful symbol of change and unification. Offering fantastic views of the city skyline at night when lit up with multiple colored illumination, this breathtaking feat of architecture makes an excellent photo op. It is also popular among photographers.
The Bridge connects Braamfontein and Newtown, two of Johannesburg’s key business areas. With its striking design and symbolic meaning, it makes a must-see attraction for visitors to the city, serving as an ongoing reminder of South Africa’s struggle for democracy, social justice and human rights.
Visit the Nelson Mandela Bridge by foot, bus, or driving across it – though this may not be advised due to traffic congestion. Visiting it makes a convenient stop on any Johannesburg sightseeing itinerary and is especially useful for spontaneous travelers as it requires minimal planning. Adding professionally guided township tours into your itinerary gives an in-depth …
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