I'll have to go back to the Magaliesburg, and actually go hiking or cycling in the beautiful landscape the area has to offer. The Cradle of Humankind is still on my Bucket List, so watch this space.
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Magaliesburg Meander
Being an outdoors person, moving to Johannesburg was rather a daunting thing. My hesitation was always met with the same response from the locals: "Oh, you should just take a little drive up into the Magaliesburg."And so I did. Before we got to the part where you go walking in the mountains, however, my companion and I were distracted by some of the more entertaining oddities that the town itself had to offer.
I'll have to go back to the Magaliesburg, and actually go hiking or cycling in the beautiful landscape the area has to offer. The Cradle of Humankind is still on my Bucket List, so watch this space.
I'll have to go back to the Magaliesburg, and actually go hiking or cycling in the beautiful landscape the area has to offer. The Cradle of Humankind is still on my Bucket List, so watch this space.
Monday, December 17, 2012
Howl Nights
Wolves Cafe, Illovo
Hipsters have emerged from the cracks in Jozi. They congregate at Wolves Cafe on Corlett Drive after finishing a day's work-from-home. They eat cake, drink craft beer and red cappuccinos, and smoke rollies on the pavement. I like to watch them.
Every Thursday night, Wolves hosts a little live music gig. Many times I've had the cockles of my heart warmed by the intimacy of Howl Nights. Many times I will return.
Hipsters have emerged from the cracks in Jozi. They congregate at Wolves Cafe on Corlett Drive after finishing a day's work-from-home. They eat cake, drink craft beer and red cappuccinos, and smoke rollies on the pavement. I like to watch them.
Every Thursday night, Wolves hosts a little live music gig. Many times I've had the cockles of my heart warmed by the intimacy of Howl Nights. Many times I will return.
Sunday, December 16, 2012
Pigeon Square
Market Street, Ferreirasdorp
The story goes that there's an old Muslim trader in downtown Joburg who, for years, has put out crumbs everyday for the birds on this oddly shaped island in the middle of Market Street. A more recent development are the origami-like statues of pigeons, that serve as perches for these city fouls. I really like the statues. Who makes perches for pigeons? I'd like to meet you...
The story goes that there's an old Muslim trader in downtown Joburg who, for years, has put out crumbs everyday for the birds on this oddly shaped island in the middle of Market Street. A more recent development are the origami-like statues of pigeons, that serve as perches for these city fouls. I really like the statues. Who makes perches for pigeons? I'd like to meet you...
Bungee! at Orlando Towers
Orlando Towers, Soweto
After being awesomely painted, and repeatedly featured on TV during the 2010 Soccer World Cup, they've become somewhat of a landmark in South Africa. But these old cooling towers in the south of Joburg also offer a tonne of fun... and adrenalin. Abseiling, freefalling, bungee jumping, bridge swinging; the list goes on. Even just the vibe on site is amazing.
Despite my bravery one Sunday, I've definitely learnt that I don't like bungee jumping. I'm certainly glad I can cross this one off my list.
After being awesomely painted, and repeatedly featured on TV during the 2010 Soccer World Cup, they've become somewhat of a landmark in South Africa. But these old cooling towers in the south of Joburg also offer a tonne of fun... and adrenalin. Abseiling, freefalling, bungee jumping, bridge swinging; the list goes on. Even just the vibe on site is amazing.
Despite my bravery one Sunday, I've definitely learnt that I don't like bungee jumping. I'm certainly glad I can cross this one off my list.
A Picnic in the Park
Parkwood
There are loads of pretty cool parks in Joburg, and thank goodness for that! Most of them are well kept, and for those of us who like a colourful playground or a good climbing tree, will provide endless entertainment and childish joy.
There are loads of pretty cool parks in Joburg, and thank goodness for that! Most of them are well kept, and for those of us who like a colourful playground or a good climbing tree, will provide endless entertainment and childish joy.
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