Pretoria was founded in 1855, and is one of the three capital cities of South Africa. Named after the prominent South African political leader and general, Andries Pretorius, the city is a multifaceted conglomeration of different cultures and nationalities, all of which come together to form a uniquely diverse society.
The city is gifted with many remarkable architectural structures that speak volumes of its proud history, many of them gorgeously framed by a backdrop of breathtaking Jacaranda trees that come into full bloom in October. As much a world cultural center as it is a seat of research and education, Pretoria offers visitors a charming old world experience that is balanced with a cosmopolitan urban sensibility. [click to continue…]
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