A visit to the Apartheid Museum is an excellent start for a stay in Johannesburg. It does a great job of highlighting the rise and fall of the era of segregation and oppression in South Africa. There are films, texts and audio documents that tell inspiring stories of the struggle for democracy. Here, a heartbreaking ►
A visit to the Apartheid Museum is an excellent start for a stay in Johannesburg. It does a great job of highlighting the rise and fall of the era of segregation and oppression in South Africa. There are films, texts and audio documents that tell inspiring stories of the struggle for democracy. Here, a heartbreaking experience is to be expected, including one of the rooms in which 131 nooses representing government opponents who were executed under anti-terrorism laws are hung.
Soweto is another must-see in Johanessburg for those who want to discover the region where Nelson Mandela was born. But that's not all; going to Soweto also allows travelers to find the life of this lively neighborhood by exchanging with the locals. In addition to this, there is the Hector Pieterson Museum, built in tribute to this young man after the Soweto riots. A little further on, there is Freedom Square, which is ideal for strolling.
For a more festive atmosphere, there is nothing better than the Newtown district, where theaters, including the Market Theatre, and concerts in the various neighborhood halls can be found. In addition, when walking through the streets, small wooden statuettes with African looks are frequently encountered. They are perfectly arranged on the sidewalks, making the visit more atypical. The Museum of Africa is also situated there.
The botanical garden is a must for those who want to get some fresh air. It is located in the heart of the city and has nearly 81 hectares of themed gardens and paved paths for jogging enthusiasts. Also, there is a rose garden, works of art, statues, pergolas and fountains. In addition, kayaking, boating, and angling are offered to lovers of water activities. ◄
