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Johannesburg City Centre is a fast moving mix of diversity, where the third world meets the first world. The central part of Johannesburg has some tall skyscrapers to remind one that the commercial area of the city was thriving at one stage. But the business end of the city has shifted northwards, which has left a lot of African traders vending their wares from their stalls in downtown Johannesburg. The sight is truly colourful. Crime rate has got bad in some areas and visitors are encouraged to stay with a group and not hang around on your own. Also one is advised not to carry valuables. In order to get a great view of the city, make sure you visit the observation deck at the top of the Carlton Centre just on Commissioner Street. This building is 50 stories high and is Africa's tallest office building. You can also see the yellow mountains from here, where the mines were busy. South West of Johannesburg, lies Soweta, which is Johannesburg's famous township. It is a vast sprawl of shacks, huts, and houses, as well as dorms, which range from plush to terrible. The security around here is very poor and is possible to visit with a tour group. The tour group will bring you to Nelson Mandela's former home, which is now a museum, as well as the Hector Peterson Memorial, which commemorates a young boy who was the first killed in the student uprising of 1976. For a great taste of Africa, make sure you visit the famous Wandies Place Restaurant. |