The city of Pretoria is located in the northern part of the province of Gauteng in South Africa. The city of Pretoria serves as the administrative capital of South Africa. The name of the city has been changed in the year 2003 to Tshwane which is also the name of the municipality within which the city at present is located. The major attractions in Pretoria consist historical and cultural sites as the city had survived many challenges in the past. The major attractions in Pretoria consist
Union Buildings which serves as the official seat of the Government of South Africa as well as the office of the President of South Africa. The 275 meter long sandstone buildings were constructed by famous architect Sir Herbert Baker.
Church Square which features the statue of the Boer leader and the president of former South African Republic, Paul Kruger.
Voortrekker Monument built in memory of Voortrekkers or Pioneers.was designed by renowned architect Gerard Moerdijk.
Marabastad which had once served as the home of Marabastad community now serves as the principle business center of Pretoria.
Menlyn Park serves as the principle shopping arcade of Pretoria.
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