Freedom Park, Pretoria
Freedom Park is a remarkable tribute to the brave souls who sacrificed their lives in South Africa's major conflicts. Integrating African history seamlessly, this park stands as a beacon of architectural innovation and communal healing. The journey begins at //hapo, a museum delving into Southern African history, nestled at the park's base.
Ascending the hill, visitors are greeted by panoramic vistas of the city, setting the stage for reflection and remembrance. Among its features, Isivivane, a serene garden of Remembrance, and S'khimbuto, the central memorial boasting an amphitheater and a Wall of Names inscribed with 75,000 significant individuals from South Africa's tumultuous past.
Adding to its allure is Mveledzo, a winding path weaving through the natural landscape, inviting contemplation and connection with history.
Ascending the hill, visitors are greeted by panoramic vistas of the city, setting the stage for reflection and remembrance. Among its features, Isivivane, a serene garden of Remembrance, and S'khimbuto, the central memorial boasting an amphitheater and a Wall of Names inscribed with 75,000 significant individuals from South Africa's tumultuous past.
Adding to its allure is Mveledzo, a winding path weaving through the natural landscape, inviting contemplation and connection with history.
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Sight Name: Freedom Park
Sight Location: Pretoria, South Africa (See walking tours in Pretoria)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Sight Location: Pretoria, South Africa (See walking tours in Pretoria)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Walking Tours in Pretoria, South Africa
Create Your Own Walk in Pretoria
Creating your own self-guided walk in Pretoria is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Pretoria Landmarks Walking Tour
Pretoria is called South Africa in miniature. The variety of its landmarks represent the variety of the whole country. The following attractions are the most representative in this marvelous city. Take this tour to view the parks, monuments, government buildings, and other landmarks of Pretoria.
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 7.4 Km or 4.6 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 7.4 Km or 4.6 Miles
Pretoria Introduction Walking Tour
Pretoria, one of South Africa's three capitals (the other two being: Cape Town – legislative, and Bloemfontein – judicial), is commonly regarded as “Jacaranda City” for the abundance of jacaranda trees. The history of Pretoria is rich in events closely associated with the history of the South African Republic, some of which are reflected in a number of local attractions, such as the... view more
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.8 Km or 3.6 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.8 Km or 3.6 Miles