Attractions
Attractions
Attractions
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previously known as Fort West Institute when it was set up by an act of Parliament to house lepers. The<br />
property includes the largest Gauteng fort, built by the French firm Schneider of Le Creusot (of Long Tom cannon<br />
fame) for the Anglo-Boer War.<br />
Freedom Park<br />
Freedom Park commemorates the country's political history and celebrates its cultural and natural heritage; The<br />
35 ha site comprises a museum and Garden of Remembrance, with statues and sculptures to honour ordinary<br />
South Africans who contributed to the country's development; The site is a tribute to the Truth and<br />
Reconciliation process.<br />
Address: Entrance off Potgieter Street across Pretoria Central Prison, Salvokop<br />
Jan Cilliers Park<br />
This is an indigenous park with water features and beautiful views of the city; it is also known as Protea Park.<br />
Address: Corner of Wenning and Broderick Streets, Groenkloof<br />
Magnolia Dell<br />
One of Pretoria's well-known parks, Magnolia Dell is a popular venue for art and crafts markets; A tea garden<br />
and a restaurant are available; The venue is ideal for picnics.<br />
Address: Corner Queen Wilhelmina Drive and University Road, Bailey's Muckleneuk<br />
Mariammen Temple<br />
The Mariammen Temple – the oldest Hindu Temple in Pretoria - was established in 1905; The temple is<br />
dedicated to Mariammen, the goddess who controls smallpox and other infectious diseases; Visitors are<br />
requested to remove their shoes when entering the cellar or assembly hall.<br />
Address: Sixth Street, Asiatic Bazaar (Marabastad), City Centre<br />
National Botanical Gardens<br />
This is the sister garden to the world-famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens in Cape Town; It showcases many<br />
Southern African plants in all their seasonal guises; Guided walks are available by arrangement.<br />
Address: 2 Cussonia Avenue, Brummeria<br />
National Zoological Gardens<br />
This is the finest zoo in South Africa and one of the best in the world; The Pretoria Zoo is an 80-hectare oasis<br />
nestled in the heart of Pretoria's city centre; It houses 97 mammal species, 161 bird species, 279 fish species,<br />
106 reptile species and seven amphibian species; At least 4 300 animals call the Pretoria Zoo home.<br />
Address: Boom Street, Pretoria Central<br />
SA Mint
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