Photogallery of Pretoria, South Africa

Pretoria
Pretoria by Moyogo @flickr
Voortrekker Monument
Voortrekker Monument by Mister-E @flickr
Union Building
Union Building by Jackversloot @flickr
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Pretoria by Joonasl @flickr
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Pretoria by Girolame @flickr
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Pretoria by Huhnerauge @flickr
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Pretoria University, UNISA
Pretoria University, UNISA by Paul Saad @flickr
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More to see in Pretoria
Pretoria is noted for the great number of natural sights, which attract lovers of ecological tourism from the whole world. In 1946 National botanical garden was found in the city; today its square is 76 hectares. Except of thousands of exotic plants from different parts of country, more than two hundreds of birds' types and several types of mammals and reptiles live there. Walking along the garden will give a lot of impressions and allow making an acquaintance with almost all the ecosystems of the country. Visit of The Pretoria Zoo will be captivate adventure for the whole family. It was found at the end of 19 century, a great number of animals live in spacious open-air cages. Except of African zone, there is the Australian one in this zoo, also there is excellent aquarium and terrarium on its territory. People who like walking along the picturesque places will like Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary. It was named after the great ornithologist; more than one hundred of birds’ types live in this quite small nursery. It is noted fact that they live in the natural conditions. Travelers who will lucky to visit Pretoria in spring need to visit Magnolia Dell gardens. Except of hundreds of magnolia trees, which are charming during the spring flowering, there are several beautiful lakes in the garden, Here it will be possible to have a rest and enjoy the natural magnificence if the weather is too hot. Pretoria isn’t lacking in usual amusing establishments, there are a lot of … Read further

Chapters of the guide to Pretoria

Traditions and mentality of Pretoria

A lot of habitants know English well and if the local habitant don’t understand another person he will let him know about this. Usually after several sentences in the foreign language the natives cross their palms in front of the face – it means that they can’t understand their interlocutor. If people teach several sentences in the national language beforehand, it will be easier to arrange the common … Open

Travel guide to Pretoria

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. No less interesting is the garden with the complex … Open

Advices for travellers

3. In big plazas and prestigious restaurants it is possible to pay with cashless settlement. People who are going to visit small budgetary restaurants and street markets need to have a lot of cash. It will be easier to pay with money of little face-value, because salespeople often imitates the lack of change. 4. In restaurants and cafes clients must leave the tips, 10% of the total price will be quite … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

Every evening lovers of beer and fried sausages gather in the restaurant, so there is always the kindly and boisterous atmosphere. The main dish of Tonies restaurant is pizza, here clients can taste several dozen types of this popular Italian dish. Also in the menu there is good assortment of salads, desserts and drinks – the Tonies restaurant will be good for the resting with children. Original meat dishes with … Open

Attractions and active leisure

Usually travelers prefer to go shopping to the local markets, where the wide assortment of souvenirs and national dishes is available. There are also the elite boutiques for the exacting fashionable people, several big plazas are located near the city’s center. Lovers of sport will be interested in visiting of the Loftus Versfeld stadium, which was built special for the World Football Championship in 2010, … Open

Cultural excursion through Pretoria - things to see

Pretoria’s guests need to visit the oldest museum in the country- it is Transvaal Museum. Its unveiling was in 1892, the museum’s exposition involves the priceless archeologists’ windfalls, and the collections of animals and birds which live on the country’s territory. African Window museum can represent interesting collection too. Various cultural and historical artifacts and archeological … Open

Top sigths of South Africa

Fans of nighttime entertainment will enjoy a short stay in Sun City that is sometimes called “the Las Vegas of South Africa”. Countless casinos, restaurants, bars and other entertainment facilities are open every night. Finally, it’s worth mentioning the beauty of Cape Town, one of the most visited cities in the country. This is a modern metropolis that has managed to keep the unique atmosphere of wild nature. … Open

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