Name : Ellis Park (Coca-Cola)
Completed in 1928 (rebuilt 1982)
Do I have to pay for the US $ 63 million (renovation)
Creating 62,567
See Orlando Pirates (football), Lviv (Rugby)Curiosity in 1955, more than 100,000 have rugby match between South Africa and the British Lions in 2005 and was seen the first black owned stadium in the country
Site 1995 Rugby World Cup Final - South Africa when formbook to New Zealand and renowned Nelson Mandela wore a green shirt ripped defeat present the trophy to Springbok captain Francois Pienaar at home - Ellis Park, a sanctuary for his fights and faceless mass, but not new to the world of football. Orlando Pirates, where the likes of Mark Fish and Teko Modise gave its customers trade, please call home.
Even under the brand Coca-Cola Park, called the country does not need upgrading to meet FIFA's standards and south-east of the central business district of New-Doornfontein. Fans can get on the train, get off at the Doornfontein and Ellis Park station or the park and travel facilities.
In 2001 she became the scene of the disaster worse than the country, where more than 40 sports in the crush of spectators during a soccer match between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs were killed. 120 000 Ben believed that the stadium at that time.
It will be a stage 5 group games, the second round and quarterfinals.
Where to go, what to see
For an exciting month in 2010 will be in Johannesburg, the capital of the ball around the planets.
In addition to games at Ellis Park Soccer City accommodates the opening match of the tournament, in the finals, as well as four group games, quarter finals and a second device.
Johannesburg is a sprawling place built for the car, but you should ride with caution, as a hobby, carjacking to no luck for some people. Smart move is not a luxury cruise in the German language - potential thieves, like Mercedes and BMW - and some basic precautions should be observed: keep closed the doors and windows, be aware of every movement of machines, very careful if you go and out and not flash anything value in mind.Although the city fathers set up shop in a very fast moving bus (BRT) system fans from all over - the idea is to find ways for these vehicles - is to provide a long way to the ferry. In addition, drivers of minibuses are seeking to protect their livelihoods are not delighted with the plans and threatening disorders.
Buses, visitors useful Gandhi Square bus station in Eloff Street in the plush northern suburbs such as Melville, Rosebank, Parkhurst, Sandton and Melrose, the situation of most city hotels and B and B. allowances for drivers, only 55C to $ 1.45 per track.
On landing in the city, O.R. Tambo International, the best in town by bus from the airport by companies such as Johannesburg Airport (tel: +011 394 6902 works) or the Magic Bus (tel: +011 548 0822). They offer a shuttle service from door to door throughout the city, they can be ordered in advance or at the box office in the Parkade building opposite the terminal for domestic flights arranged. Expect to pay about $ 27,50 to $ 33,50, depending on how you go. Taxis are available in more expensive route from the airport to the hotel.
Outside the stadium, a World Cup party in Johannesburg on the main Fan Fest at the Mary Fitzgerald Square - named after the local union and an activist for women's rights - in the central district of Newtown. Easily accessible, this website is the first tank may be up to 50 thousand people and a giant screen with live feed of all 64 games of the tournament, food and beverage concessions and entertainment for the whole family.
Newtown, which has been transformed in recent years, the decline in the activities of anarchists in an attractive and relatively safe area, is a suitable place for lovers of the park. Living and open, has become a center for tourists in the city, with more than enough to entertain visitors, fed and watered to keep.
African Museum on the north side of the square, offers a fascinating insight into the history of the country and the city, the bass line (Henry Nxumalo-Street) is the best live music in Johannesburg, and every lover of good, then I do not want to miss South African Breweries in the world of beer, Round of 90 minutes in the building at the corner of Miriam Makeba and President streets.
This area also has above-average selection of bars, clubs, cafes and restaurants. The restaurant should not miss Gramadoelas on Bree Street. It's not cheap, but elegant atmosphere, fantastic service and a large head and African dishes, this place in its own league. Try the delicious "umngqusho, braised shin of beef with beans and corn or couscous and lamb.
Another must is a visit to the general Capitan Court Street, a brilliant Indian curry house, which was apparently Haunt Nelson Mandela, supported by a young lawyer. Northern outskirts of Mellville, with its relaxed atmosphere, trendy famous, and offers a wide range of excellent restaurants.
A combination of Thai and Vietnamese specialties at Soi (corner of Seventh Street and Third Avenue) with its unforgettable accessibility, drag Sam's Cafe on Seventh Street Mediterranean cuisine and reasonable prices, IT, a lot of Portuguese Nuno used a large scale, in particular cod and anchovies. Melville also has a large band of night life on Seventh Avenue, the street from wall to wall bars. Check Xai-Xai, Mozambique, site theme.
In general, there is something for everyone in Johannesburg. French to Italian, Chinese and African in Africa, Asia, the list of authentic ethnic restaurants is endless. None of the fast-food lovers are disappointed: McDonald's, Wimpy, Nando and KFC franchise at every step.
The need for retail therapy? Johannesburg to perform at peak. Around town, not less than 20 cavernous shopping malls, most of which are mini-villages, homes, banks, pharmacies, post offices, cinemas and restaurants, shops and inevitable. Head on Melrose Boulevard in Melrose Arch, Hyde Park Mall (Jan Smuts Avenue), or the best in the whole group, Sandton City, on the corner of Sandton Drive and Rivonia Road.
Jo'burg and economic power on the continent, and even a large portion of people are struggling to make ends meet, not surprising for a city of such extremes of wealth and poverty, the crime rate was alarmingly high. But with the introduction of CCTV and other measures, the rate of serious violations (theft, robbery, carjacking) is on the wane.
It is important that there is nothing naive about the dangers, but with the necessary precautions to move (in groups, do not try to sound like a tourist, do not carry excessive amounts of money, wear expensive jewelry or watches Avoid) trip to this dynamic of the city should not give you fear or paranoia.
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