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Johannesburg

Johannesburg CBD
By: Moks 
Johannesburg (know as Jozi or Jo'burg to locals) is the capital city of the Gauteng province and largest city in South Africa. The city is situated on the mineral-rich Witwatersrand (White Water Ridge) range of hills and has sprung up out of the regions lucrative gold and diamond trade.

The province of Gauteng has the largest economy of any Metropolitan region of Sub-Sahara Africa and is one of the 40 largest metropolitan areas in the world. It follows naturally then that Johannesburg is the wealthiest city in South Africa. Contrary to popular international belief, Jo'burg isn't one of South Africa's 3 capital cities, but is home to the Constitutional Court (South Africa's highest court).

Johannesburg is the gateway for international air travel to & from the rest of Africa and is served by the OR Tambo International Airport, the largest & busiest airport in South Africa. Johannesburg has a population of 10 million people and covers an area of 1,645 square kilometres.

Looking south towards Johannes
By: j. adamson 
The city is situated in the eastern plateau of South Africa, known as the Highveld. It enjoys a dry, sunny climate, with the exception of occasional late afternoon downpours during the summer (October-April). Temperatures are usually mild due to high altitudes, with temperatures of 26 degrees Celsius (79 degrees Fahrenheit) in January, dropping to around 16 degrees Celsius (61 degrees Fahrenheit) during the winter in June. Winter is the sunniest time of the year, with cool days & cold nights. Temperatures occasionally drop below freezing, causing frost. Snow is a rare occurrence. Johannesburg has an annual rainfall of 713mm (28.1 inches).

Johannesburg has many different personalities depending on whether you are in the north, south, east or west of the city. The Johannesburg CBD has become unsafe in recent years and most former residents now live in the surrounding suburbs. The Northern Suburbs are well developed, particularly around the up-market area of Sandton (halfway between Johannesburg and Pretoria), the Eastern suburbs are prosperous although somewhat industrial and the Southern Suburbs of the city are mainly townships, including Soweto.
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Orlando Stadium:

The new Orlando Stadium, in Orlando East, Soweto, is earmarked to be one of the training venues for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Orlando Stadium, by any standard, is a world-class venue for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. This magnificent stadium will have a capacity of 40 000 soccer fans. The stadium bo... [ read more... ]

Dobsonville Stadium

Tucked away in the township of Dobsonville is one of Soweto's famous football stadiums, Dobsonville Stadium. The stadium is earmarked as one of three official training venues for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The grandstand boasts new suits, media facilities, change rooms and a gym with state-of-the-... [ read more... ]

Brookwood Estate Trout Fram

This trout farm is situated in the Kromdraai valley near Muldersdrift, within the "Cradle of Humankind" world heritage site. This estate boasts with five large well-stocked trout dams, raging in depths from 3 - 5m. 3 Of the dams is stocked with Rainbow trout, while the other 3 dams are stocked wi... [ read more... ]

De Wildt Cheetah Sanctuary

De Wildt Cheetah Sanctuary is a centre that houses captive born cheetahs, wild dogs, brown hyaenas and vultures. This sanctuary lies nestled in the foothills of the Magaliesberg, with a landscape of open African fields. Different kinds of tours are available to view these rare creatures. There i... [ read more... ]

Accommodation in Johannesburg  

Remote Corner   

Just minutes from Rosebank and the Johannesburg CBD you really will find a Remote Corner.Set in the heart of the Johannesburg forest, you will be surprised by the wonderful lush garden and views and old world charm. Our rooms all open onto the garden and each has special character of its own. All ro... [ read more... ]

Valley Divine Guest House StarStar  

Valley Divine Guest House is a quiet place with many security measures - that is why it is called home away from home. Each room has it own unique style. You can cook in one of the biggest and most equipped kitchens around. We have a hotel cab to take guest around. There is a mini gym, lapa, bar ... [ read more... ]

Dunvegan Execu Lodge StarStarStarStar  

Dunvegan Execu Lodge is an private four star luxury guesthouse, graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa. Our aim it to offer the best service and comfort to all our guests. We are conveniently situated in the tranquil residential area of Dunvegan (Edenvale)less than 10km from O.R Tamb... [ read more... ]

Blackheath Manor Guest House StarStarStarStar  

4 star Blackheath Manor is situated in the peaceful, tree-lined Blackheath, a suburb of Johannesburg. Each guest room is fully fitted with an air-conditioner, under floor heating, en-suite bathroom (including a bath, shower and double basins), a hairdryer, colour TV, DVD player and DStv, tea & coffe... [ read more... ]



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