Weekend Argus (Saturday Edition)
Places to visit this MANDELA DAY
THIS year marks the Nelson Mandela Centenary, and what better way to celebrate the former president and Nobel Peace Prize winner’s life than a visit to these iconic South African landmarks? Tourists and locals are often seen taking selfies at the entrance of the house.
Call: 011 936 7754
Liliesleaf Farm
Located in Johannesburg north, this farm is one of the country’s most historically significant landmarks. Nelson Mandela, operating under the assumed name of David Motsamayi, as well as many other leaders within the ANC used this farm as a safe house of sorts in the early 1960’s.
To avoid being found out, Mandela posed as a gardener and caretaker.
Call: 011 803 7882/3/4 was originally a small bricked area with a plaque. However, to mark the 50th anniversary, in 2012 a steel structure depicting Mandela was resurrected.
The 35-metre sculpture was designed by artist Marco Cianfanelli. It’s the perfect location to get those Instagram-worthy travel shots.
Call: 033 330 8195
Pearls Mall Wax Sculpture Exhibition
Pearls Mall is hosting a wax sculpture exhibition until July
22. The sculptures of Mandela were created by Durban artist and sculptor, Lungelo Gumede, whose artworks are featured in the homes of world famous celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey,
John Legend and Floyd Mayweather. The wax sculptures will be exhibited within the mall, on the Food Lovers level, where patrons can view and take pictures of the sculptures. There will also be a display of the car Mandela drove when he was arrested. It was the same car featured in Anant Singh’s Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom film.
Call: 031 940 6840. Nelson Mandela Museum
Nelson Mandela Museum in Mthatha was established by the government as part of a legacy project that sought to transform the heritage landscape of the country.
The iconic spot is home to Nelson Mandela memorabilia, interviews and awards that the former South African president received during his political days. Travellers will be given a brief outline of the museum and can explore the place as they desire. Make sure you watch his television interviews.
Call: 047 501 9500.