The Rietvlei Dam Nature Reserve near Midrand

Rhinos in Rietvlei Nature Reserve

The location of the Rietvlei Reserve

The Rietvlei Dam Nature Reserve is perfectly nestled in the outer suburbs of Tshwane Pretoria, near Midrand. This relatively small yet magnificent nature reserve covers about 3800 hectares. Its landscape is characterized by the perfect mix of expansive pastures, small patches of woodlands and rolling hills that are tastefully decorated with lakes, streams and creeks. The Reserve has about 40 kilometres of well-maintained tar and dirt roads for game drives.

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The most authentic village market in Johannesburg

Irene Village Market at the Big Red Barn

The Irene Village Market at The Big Red Barn


The Irene Village Market at The Big Red Barn is one of the most mesmerizing, authentic art & craft markets in the Johannesburg area with a great many local crafted goods and food to choose from.

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Lory Park Zoo in Midrand

The Lory Park Zoo in Midrand

Did you know about the Zoo in Midrand? – The Lory Park Zoo and Animal Sanctuary


The Lory Park Zoo is nicely tucked away in the suburb of President Park, Midrand. The zoo was opened 16 ago, in the year 2000 as a bird park by the founder, Edward Philippus Van Eck.

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Fourways Farmers Market – Or Not Everything Is As it Seems

Fourways Farmers Market

A great weekend outing in the city – the Fourways Farmers Market


One would think, an establishment called Fourways Farmers Market would mean that you could purchase freshly harvested farm goods and produce. Well, that is not the case here …

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Opening The Mall of Africa in Midrand

Mall of Africa in Midrand

The largest mall ever built in a single stage construction in South Africa – The Mall of Africa


The big news in 2016 for all citizens in Midrand is the opening of the Mall of Africa. Which is also the largest shopping centre ever built in a single phase.

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