Magnificent architecture and splendor of natural colors, warm sun and wide range of entertainments - Pretoria has become a favorite place of rest for thousands of travelers. The city is divided into small blocks, each of which will be interesting and has prepared many surprises for curious tourists.
The majority of cultural and historical monuments are concentrated in the downtown area. Church Street is the heart of Pretoria. This street is also known as the longest one in the world. During the walk on it you can see most beautiful architectural buildings of the city: Anglican Cathedral, the Mint, the Palace of Justice as well as the building of old post office and several major banks.
Inasmuch as the primary part of Pretoria’s habitants is European, the European cookery is the most widespread. Here are national gastronomical establishments, which can be appreciated … Open
Those tourists, who wish to visit major museums of the city, are recommended to make excursions to Museum of Kruger and Military Museum, Art Gallery and Museum of Fine Arts.
An attractive place for walking is Freedom Park that contains a fabulous memorial complex on its territory. You may also be able to find very interesting and symbolic monuments dedicated to the history of the development of South African lands there. A walk in the park will turn into a fascinating excursion, during which you can find out about the tribes that inhabited these lands hundreds of years ago, as well as how the colonization of lands and the further struggle for independence proceeded. Lovers of art will be interested in visiting Van Wow Museum, dedicated to the life and work of the famous Dutch sculptor. Most of his life the artist lived in Pretoria. The museum is located in his former home. The sculptor's studio has survived. Nowadays, a lot of his personal belongings, working tools, historical documents and exact copies of his most outstanding works can be seen among the exhibits.
An attractive place for walking is Freedom Park that contains a fabulous memorial complex on its territory. You may also be able to find very interesting and symbolic monuments dedicated to the history of the development of South African lands there. A walk in the park will turn into a fascinating excursion, during which you can find out about the tribes that inhabited these lands hundreds of years ago, as well as how the colonization of lands and the further struggle for independence proceeded. Lovers of art will be interested in visiting Van Wow Museum, dedicated to the life and work of the famous Dutch sculptor. Most of his life the artist lived in Pretoria. The museum is located in his former home. The sculptor's studio has survived. Nowadays, a lot of his personal belongings, working tools, historical documents and exact copies of his most outstanding works can be seen among the exhibits.
Except of the habitants a lot of people from European countries live there, this merging has an effect on the national features of Pretoria. To feel comfortable travelers need to remember … Open
Pretoria is famous for its picturesque gardens and parks. Khantam Garden is one of the most beautiful. Numerous rare plants and flowers are presented there. Experienced tourists claim that spring is the best time to visit the garden. At this time of year, you can admire hundreds of flowering trees and shrubs, as well as take pictures with incredible landscapes.
Historical monuments of different epochs are kept in Pretoria. Lovers of trips will be interested in The Union Buildings – it is beautiful dimensioned palace, surrounded by picturesque … Open