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| Sandton InfoSandton is not all about business and hustle and bustle. It has a texture and history all of its own. Peek down the passage of time and you will see Sandton's rich and colourful past. In bygone days Australopithicus Africanus (southern ape-man) roamed this area. About 1 million years ago 'homo erectus' wandered through Sandton. Middle Stone Age and Iron Age men took their turn and brought industry and invention to the region. Mzilikazi, the great Zulu warrior chief, also swept through this site. Voortrekkers, fleeing from British rule, settled here. Then gold was discovered on the Witwatersrand and Sandton became fledgling Johannesburg's lush market garden. Rich estates followed and Sandtonians were dubbed the 'mink and manure set'. At the same time in the '60's, the ANC chose the farm, Liliesleaf, in Rivonia, as its secret seat of command. Today many of South Africa's top 300 companies favour Sandton as the home of their headquarters. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange relocated to Sandton in 2000. Investec, Nedcor, South African Breweries, Rand Merchant Bank, SAP and the Deutsche Bank are but a few of the major names who are established in Sandton. Sandton boasts world class accommodation, state-of-the-art shopping malls, rapid rail transport (the Gautrain), conference facilities, nearby sporting arenas, medical facilities, theatres, art galleries and restaurants. It is a magnet for those who seek vibrant innovation and the opportunities that only the African continent can offer. With one of the best climates in the world, Sandton serves as a springboard for tourists and business travelers who wish to explore the natural beauty and opportunities that South Africa has to offer. Sandton is a sophisticated, upmarket suburb in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa, featuring a wide range of top class hotels and exclusive shops. Sandton is a hub of commercial activity, housing the Sandton Convention Centre, South Africa's second largest multi-purpose exhibition and convention centre. Sandton is home to Sandton City and Nelson Mandela Square, two of Africa's most prestigious and sophisticated shopping complexes. Sandton City is linked to the Sandton Convention Centre via a skywalk for ultimate convenience. Restaurants and live entertainment will add to the experience. Sandton is within easy reach of the O.R. Tambo International (via the Gautrain) and Lanseria Airports, making it an ideal business destination or a stopover for travellers on safari. For holiday travellers, this city provides Africa's greatest shopping experience. Click Here to view restaurants in our area, powered by Dining-OUT. | |
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