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Colbyn, Pretoria
Situated virtually alongside or to the east of the Union Buildings, perhaps the most recognised buildings in South Africa today,
Colbyn is one of the older suburbs in Pretoria, its jacaranda-lined streets and large properties a solid combination that preserves a feeling of peace and tranquillity, despite being within walking distance of restaurants, shopping centres and major avenues for traffic. Colbyn is only 10 minutes from the centre of Pretoria, with access to various museums, monuments, green spaces, theatre, art galleries and historic buildings.
The Union Buildings, which changed overnight from a symbol of white oppression to one of harmony, has not only some of the world�s most beautiful examples of sandstone architecture, but the surrounding terraced gardens, within walking distance of Colbyn, are well worth a visit. Interestingly, the statue of the country�s first president, General Louis Botha, remains among a number of monuments that embellish the lawns here. And the view from the top of the building of the city below is quite lovely at night, although probably not all that safe.
The Hatfield shopping mall and entertainment centre is easily accessed from Colbyn and you�re not far from a few of the major highways in and out of Pretoria. The zoo too is an easy trip from Colbyn and is regarded as one of the finest in the world. It may lie right in the heart of Pretoria, but it is 80 hectares of greenery that houses 97 mammals and 161 bird species and well worth a visit.
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yes it is a very good site to vist :) and a beautiful site :)
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Hotels & other accommodation options
Guest House
29 on Tait Guest House
At 29 On Tait Guest House in Colbyn we offer you luxurious old-world accommodation at very affordable prices. We have eight rooms that each have ...
Guest House / Self Catering
3 @ Marion Guesthouse
3@Marion Guesthouse is a beautiful sanctuary of calm and relaxation, ideally located in a private leafy street in Colbyn, one of the most peacefu...
Guest House / Self Catering
Goodey's Guesthouse
Situated in the beautiful Jacaranda-lined Amos Street in the tranquil suburb of Colbyn, one of Pretoria's oldest suburbs, Goodey's Guest House of...
Bed & Breakfast
Colbyn Guest Lodge
Situated in the prestigious suburb of Colbyn, east of the Union Buildings and next to most embassies. Accommodation is in private garden units (b...
Self Catering
46 On Allcock Street
46 On Allcock Street, filled with character and warmth, is a freestanding, open-plan holiday apartment in Pretoria located on the owners propert...
Things to do in the area
Miscellaneous
National Library of South Africa
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Family Entertainment
Market On Main
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Monuments
Mariamman Temple
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Art Galleries
The Javett Art Centre
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Noteworthy attractions
Golf Courses
Irene Country Club
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Golf Courses
Waterkloof Golf Club
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Golf Courses
Pretoria Country Club
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Golf Courses
Pretoria Golf Club
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Golf Courses
Silver Lakes Golf Course
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Golf Courses
Wingate Park Country Club
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Golf Courses
Woodhill Golf Course
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Nature Reserves
Wonderboom Nature Reserve
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Landmarks
Pretoria Tours
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