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The History of Pretoria, Gauteng

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From dinosaurs to explorers to wars, here's what 53 local experts had to say about the history of Pretoria, Gauteng.

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Pretoria is one of the major cities in South Africa filled with opportunities. It has the union building which is like the White House of SA. It is filled with beautiful landmarks that will blow your mind. You will find historical statues that resemble our past. Every individual dream of coming to PTA the land of possibilities.

Sivuyisiwe, says: 2020

The area in which they will be residing in. Where the tourist attractions are. Is the area in which the person will be residing in safe. Persons should at least know where the nearest shopping center of mall is. Is the area anywhere close to their workplaces or not. Where in the city are the Union Buildings.

Sabelo, says: 2020

Pretoria is a beautiful, clean city that has a rich historical background. There are many relaxing parks, easy access to a wide variety of transportation, and a very exciting nightlife experience. The city is also home to the University of Pretoria; one of the most prestigious universities in the country.

Pretoria is a lovely city filled with beautiful scenery as well as kind people and a number of historical landmarks of South Africa, in addition to Pretoria, is well known for its art museums including art and music festivals featuring global artists monthly. Moreover, Pretoria is known for being very visually stimulating in spring as this is the season when Jacaranda trees bloom and paint the city purple and lastly Pretoria is one of the three capital cities in South Africa and is home to the union buildings, this is where the president of the state lives.

Bethel, says: 2020

Pretoria is the capital city of South Africa, with great and rich history. Most of our country’s head offices for both the private and public sector are in this city. While it has no harbor, it still serves as a great tourist attraction site. It is on of the cities with low crime rates and a home to one of the best tertiary institutions; University of Pretoria.

When coming to my city you should first know that it is one of the most beautiful cities in South Africa. Secondly, it is where the Union Building is located. Last but not least, it is a hot city therefore make sure to bring your sunscreen. Do not worry there is plenty of water.

Jadene, says: 2020

Pretoria is a city filled with fresh, vibrant Jacaranda trees. It is a multicultural city, that has citizens who speak multiple languages. It also has historical architecture, one includes the Union Building where there is a statue of the Great Nelson Mandela at the forefront. It is a great city.

Kgauhelo, says: 2020

Pretoria is the capital of South Africa and it’s how the Union building. Pretoria is a very hot city. The main language spoken is Sotho and Tswana. Pretorians have their own slang which is called Sepetori. It’s relatively safe and the people are accommodating. The main townships are Mamelodi, Soshanguve, Atteridgeville and Mabopane.

Nqobile, says: 2020

My city is part of the province with the biggest population yet the smallest province. The Union Buildings is located in my city. My city owns a man made replica of a sea, which is a great tourist attraction. There is a variety of cultures and religions in my city, so there isn’t a specific culture that originates from here.

Mapula, says: 2020

Pretoria is a city in Gauteng Province and also the capital city of South Africa. It consists of small townships that were established in the early ’80s. It is mostly known for the endless tourist attraction sites with the most famous one being the Union Buildings. Pretoria has one of the most famous theatres in South Africa known as The States Theater. The city comprises of people from all cultures and backgrounds.

Pretoria is well-known for it’s beautiful Jacaranda trees. Popular for its landmarks, such as the Voortrekker Monument, Union Buildings and the National Botanical Gardens, it is an absolute must on any travellers’ to-do-list. As with all cities in South Africa, it is of great importance to always ensure that you remain vigilant and aware of you surroundings in order to remain safe.

Lorraine, says: 2020

My city is the capital city of South Africa, there is the Union Buildings and very beautiful parks for one to see and explore. It is also known as Tshwane, it is where you find the Tshwane University of Technology, the University of Pretoria and one of the biggest universities in South Africa, the University of South Africa known as UniSA. Pretoria is a beautiful city located in Gauteng Province.

Emergensea, says: 2020

It is the city with the most economic activity and it is very vibrant and beautiful too. It also has a very warm and pleasant climate. The union buildings is also found in this city and this is where the President of the Republic of South Africa resides and where his offices are.

Nicola, says: 2020

My city has beautiful purple Jacaranda tree which a lot of tourist love. It also has a aircraft museum (Zwartkop museum) where one can learn a lot about the history of Pretoria and South Africa as a whole. There is also a state theater where a lot of live performances are done, this place would be interesting for someone who would like to learn about South African cultures and plays.

Joline, says: 2020

Pretoria, also known as Tshwane is one of South Africa’s capital cities. It is situated in the north of Gauteng and is characterised by sunny weather and its jacaranda trees. The most spoken languages in Pretoria are Afrikaans, Setswana, Sepedi and English. There are many heritage sites such as the Voortrekker Monument, the Union buildings and Freedom park to name a few.

Tshepo, says: 2020

Pretoria is one of the most quiet places in South Africa, with affordable accommodation, easy transportation system, and the cost of living is relatively affordable with good food. Also, there are a number of interesting places to visit, such as the National Zoological Gardens, The Union Buildings and a lot of interesting Parks.

Lungile, says: 2020

Pretoria is one of the major cities in Gauteng Province. It is known for its beautiful Jacaranda flowers as well as the Union Buildings. It is a major hub which that consists of many embassies. It is a beautiful city and fairly safe to live in. Pretoria also is known as the City of Tshwane.

Monique, says: 2020

Pretoria is the administrative capital city of South Africa and it is nicknamed the Jacaranda city due to many Jacaranda trees planted along the streets and parks. There many attraction sites throughout Pretoria and tourists particularly enjoy visiting the Union Buildings in order to take a picture with the statue of Nelson Mandela, who is known as the Father of the Nation.

Nolundi, says: 2020

Pretoria is its own city and is the warmest city. It is home to the jacaranda trees and University of Pretoria. Here are some aspects such as the union building that make it an ideal place to go explore if you haven’t yet. Despite its reputation for being the home of Afrikaans, there is the classic proudly South African diversity found in Pretoria.

Halima, says: 2020

Pretoria is a diverse city. It is the capital city of South Africa and hosts a lot of political events at one of my country’s most important buildings called The Union Building. Tourists will feel welcome upon arrival to Pretoria because the people are very friendly.

Joanne, says: 2020

You are going to experiencing different group ethics, there is a huge diverse amount of people in the my city hence we are called a rainbow nation. The rich history still lives among the people of the country so you’re bound to learn it and hopefully find an interest in it.

There are people from all around the country with different cultures, so be ready to hear diverse languages. You will have different experiences in all part of the country hence we are called the rainbow nation. A healthy amount of history that still has an impact on how the country holds themselves.

Andrea, says: 2020

It’s the capital city with great cultural diversity. It’s known for the beautiful blooming of Jacaranda trees, making the city colorful. We also have the union buildings in this city where president are sworn into office. The longest street in all cities in the country also belong to my city, the Stanza Bopape street!

Pascaline, says: 2020

Pretoria is a very busy city with taxis everywhere, it is really not for the faint hearted. We have the presidency office, the Union Buildings that is open to the public and is a great spot for picnics and relaxing. The streets are colorful and the food is scrumptious. Entertainment is on another level, there is so much to do!

Pretoria is one of the capitals city of South Africa. It boast a variety of Jacaranda trees and has one of the top universities in South Africa (University of Pretoria). The Union building is located in the same City and most presidential addresses take place in this city.

Sibongile, says: 2020

Pretoria is the capital city of of South Africa and it where the Union Buildings are situated and parliamentary proceedings are held. It is also known as the capital city of partying and has four universities–the only province to have as many. The Jacaranda city is known for its beautiful spring weather and colorful trees.

Lwando, says: 2020

Pretoria is the capital city of South Africa. It is full of diverse cultures and people from all walks of life. The main language spoken is Tswana. There are many historical places to visit, like the Union Buildings and Monument park. The mode of transport mostly used, are buses. The Areyeng buses and the Tshwane buses.

Glyzinda, says: 2020

Pretoria is the Capital City of South Africa. Ripe in Tswana culture, the city holds the Union Buildings, entertainment and Youth activities. Suitable for fun and energetic youngsters who enjoy running at union buildings. Fountain Valley provides for that much needed braai outings. Pretoria is also rich in South African heritage and house almost all South African ethnographic.

The person considering moving to my city should know all the available modes of transport and choose the ones that would be best for them. they should also know areas that offer recreational activities such as parks, national zoo and the union buildings. they should extend further by knowing tourism sites in my city.

Faheema, says: 2020

Pretoria also known as Tshwane, is the capital city of South Africa. It is filled with diverse groups of people. The BaTswana being the majority group, and their Tswana language being spoken in the townships. There are interesting places to see including the Union Buildings, Monument Park, and the Botanical Gardens.

Alneshia, says: 2020

The city of Tshwane, however beautiful and abundant in tourist attractions, is not the safest place to reside. One must always be alert when roaming the streets as crime is prevalent, especially in the central business district. One must also know the South African rules of the road as traffic is an absolute nightmare and impatient taxi drivers certainly do not make the experience any less daunting. Those points are sure to have you questioning your decision to move, but do not despair: Tshwane makes up for all its shortcomings through its rich heritage, beautiful nature and scenery, boasting wildlife and biomes indigenous to South Africa and lastly, food that is simply breathtaking.

Nicole, says: 2020

Someone considering moving to my city should know about tourist attractions like the Union building, Pretoria Square, and the Botanical Gardens. The majority of the city is safe, but places like Sunnyside and Pretoria Central are hotspots for robbery and theft. We have the third biggest mall in Africa, called Menlyn mall. Pretoria is the administrative capital city of South Africa.

Khwezi, says: 2020

The city that I live in is often referred to as the “Jacaranda City”. During the month of October, Pretoria is usually covered in layers of purple flowers. The city has various places one may visit such as The Voortrekker Monument, The Union Buildings as wells as the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa. The people are very welcoming and there are a variety of of restaurants one may visit.

Annegret, says: 2020

Pretoria is situated in the heart of the Gauteng province and is known as one of the three capital cities of South Africa. The Union Buildings is situated in Pretoria and this makes it an executive city in South Africa. Pretoria as a city is infamous for it’s beautiful Jacaranda trees which give it so much colour in the springtime.

Yolandi, says: 2020

Pretoria is a very beautiful city, the high court of the country is in Pretoria. Many tourist come here to visit The Square where most of our heroes statues are placed. We have the union building where the president and his people meet to discuss matters regarding the country.

Nokukhanya, says: 2020

Pretoria is a very hot city. It is one of the capital cities in South Africa. It is also home to the union building. One of the best universities in Africa (University of Pretoria! TUKS) is in Pretoria. Pretoria is also known as Tshwane. Pretoria is also known for its Jacaranda trees.

Kwakhanya, says: 2020

It is the capital of South Africa and it is known as the Jacaranda city. It has the Union building where the administration and the office of the president of the country are located. Most of the government headquarters are in Pretoria including the reverse bank. Pretoria is on the northern part of Gauteng province.

Micayla, says: 2020

Pretoria is a city famous for its high levels of crime. However it is also an extremely beautiful city with beautiful Jacaranda trees that bloom beautiful purple flowers. Pretoria is also home to many historic monuments and museums. In terms of schools, there are exceptional schools for young children and university’s such as the University of Pretoria.

Zuziwe, says: 2020

The first thing that a person should know about Pretoria city is thar the city itself has a lot of things that are close to each other i.e., hospitals, museums and restaurants. Then after that you definitely have to go to the union building where the president of South Africa lives.

Nkosikhona, says: 2020

Pretoria is the capital of South Africa. It is a very busy city and has been known to be the capital of fun. The city has been aptly referred to as “Pretoria mahlanyeng” which loosely translates to “Pretoria, whee crazy resides”. It has more than its fair share of tourist attractions and people from all over come here for them. One of these happens to e the Union buildings, which many have posed for photos in front of.

Sithembiso, says: 2020

Pretoria is a very busy city, it never sleeps. It has a lot of tourist attractions, most of which are famous for one reason or another. The city is often referred to as “mahlanyeng”, loosely translating to “where there is a lot of crazy”. It is also the capital of South Africa. The union buildings are right in Pretoria, and people from all over come here to pose in front of them.

Anthea, says: 2020

Pretoria is a city in the north of Gauteng. Pretoria is the administrative capital of South Africa. It hosts the main government departments and several foreign embassies. Pretoria is known as “The Jacaranda City”, due to the 1,000s of Jacaranda trees planted in its streets. Pretoria has a lot of museums, for example, the Voortrekker Monument. This Monument commemorates the Great Trek of the Voortrekkers away from the British Control in the Cape in the 1830s. The city also hosts the Transvaal Museum, Kruger House, Melrose House, Freedom Park Museum and Smuts House. The Smuts House Museum represents the original house of General Jan Smuts, Prime Minister of SA in the 1940s.

Ayanda, says: 2020

Pretoria is one of the busiest cities in the country and there is a lot of traffic. It is the epitome of political activity but it also has a great list of institutions to choose from higher education. It is where the great women’s march occurred, the Union building where the presidential residence is.

Bulumko, says: 2020

Pretoria is the capital of South Africa populated with multicultural diversity. Moving to this densely populated city, therefore, offers many opportunities and a multicultural environment, all in a beautiful natural landscape. People from all over the country consider coming to Pretoria for greener pastures. It has many historical buildings to explore.

Pretoria is the capital of South Africa. This is where you will find the President’s residential office, the Union Buildings. This city is family friendly and isn’t as busy as the other provincial capitals in the country. Home to the University of Pretoria, it is the ideal place for students.

Mmathapelo, says: 2020

Pretoria is the capital of South Africa. It has been named after General Pretorius who first moved here. It is a beautiful town with a number of historical places. It is a nice place and has a very good climate.

Pretoria is a beautiful and busy place, with many great sights to explore. It has the Union Buildings, The place where the president mostly is and was one of the places people marched to during apartheid years. It has great restaurants and beautiful zoo’s, you could see the most biggest lions and animals in South Africa. The houses and buildings in Pretoria are phenomenal, make sure to move to the capital of South Africa : Pretoria.

Pretoria and Cape Town are both known as capital cities in South Africa. Pretoria is well known for the beautiful Jacaranda trees that bloom in early September. The Union Building is in Pretoria, and many find time to visit it due to its lush garden lawns. I find my city quite breathtaking!

Pretoria is (one of) the capital cities of South Africa. It houses the Union Buildings, where the President of the country officially meets with his advisors. It is a short 45 minute drive between Pretoria and Johannesburg, Johannesburg houses one of South Africa’s international airport, known as the Oliver Tambo International Airport. Pretoria weather is extremely hot in summer time, especially during the day. The weather can reach maximums of 40 degrees Celsius.

Pretoria is a large, multicultural city with a rich history and culture. There are many historically significant sites in or around the city. Public transport is readily available in Pretoria and tourists can catch a taxi, train or bus. As long as one is cautious, safety is not an issue.

Reneilwe, says: 2020

Pretoria is one that is rich in South African history as it hosts various historical landmarks such as The Cradle of Humankind, Freedom Park Heritage Site and Museum and the Union Buildings. The city is popularly known as the Jacaranda city, the reason which is evident during spring when purple blossoms from the Jacaranda tree color the streets of the capital of South Africa.

Pretoria is a city with a colourful history. This is one of the reasons why the president of South Africa resides in the eastern part. Together with his trusted members of parliament, they form a conglomeration of power. This city is the permanent residence of nine million people who have the privilege of watching Jacaranda trees sprout their beautiful purple flowers in spring.

Lindokuhle, says: 2020

Pretoria is a beautiful city with a rich history. It is the administrative capital of South Africa and houses the famous Union Buildings. It is commonly known for the purple blooms from the Jacaranda trees in spring. The people in Pretoria are known to very friendly, warm and welcoming.

Rachel, says: 2020
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