Bryanston
When it comes to elegance, affluence, and sophistication very few Johannesburg suburbs can surpass that of Bryanston. Bryanston, which used to be a suburb of Sandton’s before the end of Apartheid, exudes prestige and exclusivity as the palatial homes and vast well-manicured gardens can attest to. At the end of Apartheid, the boundary lines in the city were revised with Bryanston now falling under the jurisdiction of the City of Johannesburg’s Metropolitan Municipality.
One of the major features of this wealthy suburb is undoubtedly the Bryanston Country Club. The Bryanston Country Club is located in the heart of Sandton’s residential belt and has been in existence as early as 1948. Set amongst an idyllic haven of rolling hills, fertile greenery, trees, and landscaped lawns, this country club boasts in excess of 2000 members as well as one of the best golfing greens found anywhere in South Africa. Another popular landmark in Bryanston is its local mall. The Bryanston shopping complex by and large caters exclusively for the affluent residents of Bryanston and features an impressive assortment of high-end boutiques and shops, a number of chic eateries and world-class restaurants, and trendy cafes and bistros.
A major advantage in Bryanston’s favour has to be its very central location. It is conveniently placed within the city of Johannesburg and gives visitors and residents alike easy access to a number of top-rated attractions and destinations. These include the likes of the Johannesburg CBD, Sandton City, Cresta Centre, the Randburg Waterfront, Nelson Mandela Square, and of course the local Tanz Café, which is a popular hot spot for live music.
