7 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Johannesburg - Atlas Obscura

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Johannesburg, South Africa

Collectors Treasury

Over a million items cram the shelves at Africa's largest shop of used and rare books.

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Neighbourgoods Market

A growing popular hipster market with over 100 local specialties and live music.

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Cradle of Humankind

Home to some of the oldest hominid fossils ever found.

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Museum of Man and Science

A supply store for traditional healers, this shop sells the hair of a dog--and its skin, skeleton, and reproductive organs, too.

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Top of Africa

One of the tallest buildings in Africa provides a great view of Johannesburg's unique geography.

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Satyagraha House

The home of Mahatma Gandhi during part of the 21 years he spent living in South Africa is now a guest house.

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‘The Shadow Boxer’ at Chancellor House

A large-scale steel sculpture entitled 'The Shadow Boxer' pays tribute to Nelson Mandela.

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