Friday, 4 May 2012

what to do in Joburg - Northcliff Hill

Northcliff Hill's Water tower is at 1808m - the second highest ridge in Johannesburg (after Observatory with just one meter less) - that promises to have a great 360ยบ view of Joburg

The Water tower also serves as great orientation point (how to get to Idwala) as you can see it from most parts of the city.

The public space there is not always immaculate (put on good shoes, you might need to climb on a rock or 2) but your photos will be spectacular and you can get a great overview of Johannesburg and it's skylines.


Go up Northcliff if on a sunny day if you enjoy

- taking photos
- a good 360 view on Johannesburg


Distance from Idwala:
a scenic 10 min drive through the slopes of Northcliff Hill
26-08’42,94″S
27-58’10,34″E

Look at this great shot, taken by Marc Anthony


Wednesday, 2 May 2012

what to do in Joburg - 44 Stanley

44 Stanley is one of our favorite things to visit in Jo'burg. Not only that it offers a nice variety of shops, cafes, art galleries & craft, books and restaurants. 44 Stanley, for us is a symbol of transformation of Johannesburg. There used to be an old industrial building in a part of town without any attractivity and a few creative people exactly jumped on what the 'chic' Johannesburg looked down on.

These loft spaces were cleverly re-animated into a source of energy and creativity and offering today an inspiring and fresh development that stands out against the boring standard shopping malls.

Visit 44 Stanley if you enjoy
- outdoor cafes and restaurant
- browsing and shopping
- arts, craft, design

Directions:
From the M1 South or North, turn right at Empire Road turnoff.
Take the second robot left into Owl Street (under the bridge), before the new Rea Vaya Bus station
Stanley Avenue is the second road on the right.
Park along Stanley Avenue (official 44 Stanley park assistants will be guiding you) and find the entrance on the left side, halfway down the block. Alternatively park in the Milpark Galleries parking.

Contact
Tel 011 482 4444

web
www.44stanley.co.za