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- 1. the administrative capital of South Africa; population 1,679,200 (est. 2009). It was founded in 1855 by Marthinus Wessel Pretorius (1819–1901), the first president of the South African Republic, and named after his father Andries.
Pretoria (/ p r ɪ ˈ t ɔːr i ə, p r i-/ prih-TOR-ee-ə, pree-; Afrikaans: [prəˈtʊəria] ⓘ), also known as Tshwane, is South Africa's administrative capital, serving as the seat of the executive branch of government, and as the host to all foreign embassies to South Africa.
- 1,339 m (4,393 ft)
- South Africa
Apr 27, 2024 · Pretoria, city in Gauteng province and administrative capital of the Republic of South Africa. Pretoria stretches along both sides of the Apies River and extends into the western foothills of the Magaliesberg on the east.
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- Freedom Park. This stunning park and museum honours fallen South Africans in all major conflicts and adopts an integrated approach to African history.
- Voortrekker Monument. The imposing, art-deco-style Voortrekker Monument was constructed between 1938 and 1949 to honour the journey of the Voortrekkers, who journeyed north…
- Rietvlei Nature Reserve. This 38-sq-km reserve, 27km south of Pretoria, off Rte 21, is popular with locals who come for fishing in the dam, but is also great for wildlife viewing…
- Church Square. A statue of Old Lion (Paul Kruger) takes pride of place in the centre of Church Square, which is surrounded by some impressive public buildings.
Pretoria, the administrative capital of South Africa, is in Gauteng. Its wide avenues are lined with purple-flowered jacaranda trees and stately architecture. The city has many museums and art galleries, and a large student population that gives its centre a boisterous atmosphere.
Dec 25, 2023 · 1. Pretoria National Botanic Garden. 2. Voortrekker Monument. 3. National Zoological Gardens of South Africa. 4. Ann van Dyk Cheetah Centre. 5. Union Buildings. 6. Freedom Park. 7. Moreleta Kloof Nature Reserve. 8. Melrose House. 9. Ditsong Museums of South Africa. 10. Rietvlei Nature Reserve. 11. Kruger House Museum. 12. Horseback Africa. 13.
May 18, 2023 · Not only are there a slew of impressive buildings, but also some 50,000 purple-bloomed jacaranda trees. Even when they’re not in bloom (in October and November), there’s still plenty to delight. From parks to museums, these are the 15 best things to do in Pretoria. 1. Freedom Park Heritage Site & Museum.
Pretoria, also known as Tshwane, is South Africa's administrative capital, serving as the seat of the executive branch of government, and as the host to all foreign embassies to South Africa.
