Scenic spot introduction:
Johannesburg is the largest city and economic center in South Africa, and the world's largest gold production center, known as the "City of Gold". Located on the highlands of the upper reaches of the Vaal River in the northeast, it is a vibrant and dynamic city with an urban atmosphere everywhere, but it still retains the original side of the gold rush shantytown in the 1880s.Attractions distribution:
There are museums, churches and other buildings in Johannesburg. Parks and grasslands account for about 1/10 of the city's area. The famous Joubert Park is located on a high ground in the city center and has an art gallery. In addition, there are Miller Park, Donald Mackay Park, Ellis Park, etc. Cape Town Park is located in the northeast suburb of the city. The zoo is located on Smuts Avenue. It covers a large area with gardens and a small lake. In the northern suburbs, there is a 43-acre botanical garden and a 26-acre Melrose Bird Sanctuary. Visitors can also visit the diamond processing factory in the city.Scenic spot features:
Sightseeing, vacation, entertainment, parks, museumsTravel Notes of Travellers:
- Travel Guide: South Africa 10-Day Travel Guide 2017
- Walking Alone: South Africa, the Rainbow Country → Walking in South Africa
- Beijing Sunset: Mysterious South African Journey (Part 1) → Johannesburg, Pretoria
travelling guideline:
Hillbrow, Berea and Troyeville in the eastern suburbs are the gathering places for nightclubs, playing music such as disco, soul music and hip-hop.
Best time to visit:
All seasons
Shopping recommendations:
Sewing cloth, jewelry, African pearl accessories, minerals and crystals, glass, leather and wood products, etc.
The most famous market in Johannesburg is the Saturday flea market (Flea Marlcet, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm), located in the large parking lot near the market complex theater on Bree Street.
The Bruma Lake Market (9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday) in Kensington, the easternmost part of Johannesburg, is also a good shopping place.
Scenic spot location:
Africa > South Africa > Johannesburg
How to get there:
OR Tambo International Airport is located in the east of Johannesburg. It is also an important airport in South Africa. Other airports such as Lanseria Airport or Rand Airport are the first choice for small flights. Daily flights from Cape Town stop at Lanseria Airport. There are direct flights from China to Johannesburg.
The bus routes in Johannesburg city are very complete and all major streets are accessible.
Scenic area map:
3D real scene of scenic spot
Scenic area services:
As a world-famous tourist city, Johannesburg has many hotels of various grades, complete facilities and considerate services. Many hotels, especially five-star hotels, have a 19th-century British style, and the wide atrium gives tourists a retro feeling. In addition, there are various accommodation options such as apartments where guests can cook their own meals, farmhouses, lodges, boarding rooms, holiday farms, youth hostels, and restaurants that provide bed and breakfast.
Precautions:
1. When visiting the Gold Museum and the Gold Refinery, tourists must sign a volunteer form before entering the underground mines, stating that they will be responsible for any accidents that occur during the visit and cannot ask for compensation.
2. Infectious diseases that you need to be careful of in South Africa include bilharzia and malaria, which are especially common in the eastern part of South Africa. The local climate is also hot, so be careful not to get heat stroke. There are quite a few roadside pharmacies, so if you encounter any minor illnesses, you can go to the pharmacy to buy medicine to deal with it.
