Anciennement connu sous le nom de Place Sandton, ce lieu animé de la ville de Johannesburg a été rebaptisé Place Nelson Mandela en 2004, pour commémorer le 10e anniversaire de la naissance de la démocratie en Afrique du Sud. Il s'y trouve également la statue de Nelson Mandela, qui a été dévoilée lorsque la place a été rebaptisée. La place n'est pas seulement un hommage aux efforts historiques du président célèbre pour ramener la paix dans la nation, mais aussi un point central où les visiteurs et les habitants peuvent contempler le passé tumultueux de ce pays. Une Piazza de style italien, avec de nombreuses boutiques, restaurants et galeries d'art, situés à proximité des hôtels de hauts standing et du quartier financier de la ville, c'est un endroit incontournable pour tout visiteur à Johannesburg.
Established way back in 1912, Everard Read boasts of being one of the oldest and largest art galleries in Johannesburg. Today with its stylish decor, myriad art works and collaborations, it stands as being the most famous commercial gallery and a prominent landmark. With a charming post-modern architecture, this place showcases the works of some very renowned and reputed artists of South Africa. Come here to view the beautiful sculptures, murals and paintings on display that will leave you in a state of awe. Events here include various exhibitions throughout the year. Thus, this place has art running in its veins.
Boasting a garden and a restaurant, Satyagraha House is situated in Johannesburg. The property is around 10 km from Sandton City Mall, 6 km from Eastgate Shopping Centre and 15 km from Gold Reef City & Casino. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.2 km from Norwood Mall. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the guest house also feature free WiFi. Guests at Satyagraha House can enjoy a vegetarian breakfast. Rhodes Park is 6 km from the accommodation, while Killarney Mall is 4.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is O.R. Tambo International Airport, 22 km from Satyagraha House.
The strikingly modern building of the Circa on Jellicoe stirs curiosity. Flanked by a curtain of thin metal rods, that give slight glimpse of what's inside, the building sets a perfect tone for what to expect. Established in 1913, the gallery has a history of dealing in art and has operated from various locations throughout the city, before moving to this stunning location. The gallery showcases top names in South African art and displays works of various mediums including video art and sculpture. The Speke Photographic initiative showcases established as well as upcoming photographic artists from the country. Apart from exhibitions, the venue also offers excellent facilities to host private events. Check website for more.
Liliesleaf is the site where members of the African National Congress revolted against the oppressive apartheid rule and plotted to bring down the despotic empire, which then led to the Rivonia Trial. Now converted into a history museum, Liliesleaf showcases the eventful past of the tribal land and the various hardships its revolutionaries faced in a bid to eradicate racism from the country. The farm's several rooms as well as outhouses are home to a wide collection of some riveting objects which provide a glimpse into the life and times of the iconic characters. The displays also acquaint visitors with how the activists drafted their plans against the cruel political forces. A key attraction is the 1980s' safari wagon which smuggled arms into the country. Declared as a heritage site, the museum is one of the must-visit places in Johannesburg.
Located in the internationally renowned valley of Kromdraai, the Wondercave lies amidst famous archaeological and palaentological sites containing the oldest recorded human remains. This natural wonder has only been open to the public since 1991 and is decorated with rock and crystal formations dating back millions of years; the cave itself has been in existence for 2200 million years. Hourly tours are conducted by competent guides along well-lit pathways, and no crawling is necessary.