Johannesburg tourism industry has grown in leaps and bounds over the past few years with the discovery of the tourist destinations in the city. After the declaration of the World Heritage Site, Johannesburg has gained immense popularity among the travelers. Johannesburg has always been an important center for the business tourists.
Johannesburg tourism industry is a flourishing section of the economy of the city. The city has of late become a popular tourist destination. This largest city of South Africa happens to be the industrial hub of the city as well. The city has a lot to offer to the tourists such as botanical gardens, beaches, rolling mountains, historical places and most exciting wildlife. All these aspects have been used by the city's tourism department to promote tourism in Johannesburg. Presently Johannesburg is also a favorite locale among the filmmakers.
Attraction of the City
Tourism in Johannesburg has developed, based on the various tourist destinations scattered around the city. The numerous museums and theaters, the Gold Reef City, Randburg Waterfront, Botanical, Garden, Zoo and the Joubert Park all add to the charm of the city
|
which entices thousands of visitors all round the year.
The art museums of the city like the Johannesburg Art Gallery house a large collection of paintings. The Museum Africa has a huge collection of rock paintings and many objects of historical significance are on display at the museum. The Market Theater Complex is another venue of immense importance since anti apartheid plays had been staged during that era. Moreover, townships like Soweto and Alexandria, which had developed around the city, has made the city a significant one business travelers. Mandela's home had been transformed into a museum, which is visited by lots of people to find out more about this historical figure.
The World Heritage Site, the Cradle of Life, is situated at a distance of 25 kilometers from Johannesburg. The Sterkfontein fossil site houses fossils of hominid, which dates back to several centuries. This place is thronged by tourists from all over the world.
Therefore, Johannesburg tourism has developed over the years and the well-integrated transport system of the city has made it a popular tourist destination. The beautiful weather and the amiable nature of the people also add up to the charm of the city.
All these aspects of the city has made it a tourist destination fueling the tourism industry.
|
