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| Johannesburg is the largest and most populous city in South Africa. Johannesburg is the provincial capital of Gauteng, the wealthiest province in South Africa, having the largest economy of any metropolitan region in Sub-Saharan Africa. The city is one of the 40 largest metropolitan areas in the world. Johannesburg is the source of a large-scale gold and diamond trade, due to its location on the mineral-rich Witwatersrand range of hills. |
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South Africa is a treasure house of a vibrant, though violent, historical heritage. When you travel to Johannesburg you will witness that the city does much to preserve its heritage. Aside of the natural beauties, it would enrich you to visit some other places like the: Museum Africa, Planetarium, SAB Centenary Centre, Top of Africa, and Sterkfontein Caves. |
| SHOPPING IN JOHANNESBURG |
There are hundreds of things to pick up when you travel to Johannesburg in South Africa; especially given that the country is the largest melting pot of all things African and colonial. Some of the common things to pick up is the native crafts which include. Wire-work, Traditional carvings, Beadwork. Fertility dolls the memento and much more can be bought out of the many market places, malls and bazaars across the city. Some of the destinations offering maximum convenience are: Bruma Lake Market World, Eastgate Mall, Kohinoor, Market Sq Market, Oriental Plaza, Rosebank Mall, Sandston City, and Soweto Art Gallery. |
| JOHANNESBURG CUISINE |
Johannesburg has some of the finest first-class restaurants in sub-Saharan Africa, equal to any major European or American city. International cuisine abounds but local South African food is becoming famous for its fresh, spicy and yet subtle flavors. Some old classics such as snoek, a pickled fish dish, is still popular, along with such delicacies as rock lobster served with either lemon butter or in a French soufflé. South African wine, now world famous, will compliment any meal, not only for its fresh taste but also its variety, from Cabernet Sauvignon to Burgundy. |
| WEATHER |
The climate of Johannesburg might be described as perfect, with warm, sunny days all year round. Rain occurs only in summer, during the late afternoons, in the form of thunderstorms, providing short downpours to water the lush greenery of the city suburbs. Winters are dry and mild, the days sunny and warm, but it can become freezing at night, resulting in clear, bright frosty mornings. |
| CURRENCY |
The currency in South Africa is the Rand. South Africa provides excellent value for money for travelers because of good exchange rates, and so, it is possible to get some great deals, with meals and drink being around half the price you would pay in the UK. |
