Midrand
The city of Johannesburg is a true African city of note with an eclectic infusion of influences, making it vibrant, electric and always on the go. Dubbed the ‘City of Gold’ because of the first gold rush in the 1880s, Johannesburg has evolved and undoubtedly become South Africa’s premier and commercial hub. Though, not renowned for its natural spectacles, the city has an abundance of exciting attractions to visit and its superb location gives travellers easy access to a wealth of game parks, botanical gardens, and the like.
Popular spots in the city include the Montecasino gaming complex, Soccer City at Nasrec, and the Nelson Mandela Bridge. Golf lovers can enjoy a leisurely game at the famous Johannesburg Royal Country Club, while the shopping haven of iconic Sandton City promises a wonderful retail experience. The bustling area of Midrand is one of Johannesburg’s prime real estate venues and has been identified as one of the city’s key tourism and commercial regions as it is home to large scale textile and motor industries.
Relatively modern and referred to as the half way point between Jo’burg and Pretoria, Midrand has been built around the integral N1 motorway and gives commuters excellent and easy access to various parts of the metropolis; it is an outstanding example of the current business expansion explosion currently on the go in the Gauteng province. Midrand has many exceptional entertainment facilities, with the Gallagher Estate a pivotal feature of this landscape. Other top attractions include the Kyalami racing circuit, the Glen Austin bird sanctuary and the Midrand Graduate Institute.
