Johannesburg & Pretoria Photo Tour
My photographic tour of the two major cities in South Africa takes you on a journey of views and history which you can research online. Every view, every photographer and every picture will tell a different story of your experience. I myself am a photographer and everytime I take a picture at the same place its a different magical experience. This is a unique, informative and captivating tour for young and old.
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Stop At: Carlton Centre, 150 Commissioner Street, Johannesburg 2094 South Africa
The Carlton Centre has been chosen as the first stop in our photography tour of Johannesburg & Pretoria as its legendary status of the Tallest Building in South Africa is known the world over. It is now the second tallest building as of 2020. The 50th floor offers a 360 degree view of the city and surrounds. This is a photographers paradise. Point out iconic land marks from the top and make it a point of interest to remember. Down town Johannesburg with all its diversity can be captured from all four sides of this iconic building.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Houghton Estate, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, Greater Johannesburg, Gauteng
Munro Drive based in Houghton Estate, an elite suburb of Johannesburg, serves as the highest outdoor point of Johannesburg. The view point is a heritage site and national monument. It is a picturesque pit stop on a well-known road, offering elevated views of the lush surroundings. Get clicking and be ready for some awesome pano shots!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Nizamiye Mosque, 1 Le Roux Avenue, Midrand South Africa
Next stop! Nizamiye Mosque,Midrand. Situated halfway between Johannesburg & Pretoria, this is the largest mosque in the southern hemisphere. Stunning turkish craftsmanship and tall minarets are the order of the day.
Construction on Nizamiye Masjid began in October 2009 and was completed in 2012. The basic plan of the masjid was adopted from the 16th-century Ottoman Selimiye Mosque, located in Edirne, Turkey, was designed by Mimar Sinan.
Nizamiye Masjid was scaled to the Selimiye Mosque by a ratio of 80%. The plans for the mosque were designed in Turkey and adapted by a South African architect to South African building standards.
A turkish lunch can be ordered from one of the turkish restuarants at the mosque, not forgetting the delicious baklava that is made fresh daily!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Groenkloof Nature Reserve, Christina de Wit Avenue, Pretoria 0002 South Africa
This is the first stop in Pretoria, the highest point in Pretoria. This point is based in the Groenkloof Nature reserve the first nature reserve in Africa to be established. Panoramic views of the entire city can be seen from here. While driving through the reserve you will meet some friendly faces such as zebra, wildesbeest and giraffe.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Union Buildings, Government Avenue, Pretoria 0083 South Africa
Completed in 1913, The Union Buildings stand tall in Pretoria. Designed by Sir Herbet Baker, this iconic building houses the presidential offices of the president of South Africa. The gardens and buildings are perfect for photographers. The building is surrounded by beautifully terraced gardens of indigenous plants. Various monuments adorn the expansive lawns, including the Delville Wood War Memorial and a statue of the country's first Prime Minister Louis Botha.
Duration: 1 hour
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
09:30 AM
Duración: 6 To 8 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
We can pick up from your hotel of choice in and around Johannesburg & Pretoria.
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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