Lesedi Cultural Village
- Admission:Free
11:45 PM Saturday, May 26
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The “Cradle of Humankind” is an area north-west of Johannesburg which has produced some of the oldest proto-human fossils on Earth. Lesedi Cultural Village, right in the middle of this region, sketches in a few of the developments which have happened in the three or so million years since our ancestors stalked their prey across the veldt.
Lesedi reflects the diversity of South Africa’s original inhabitants, and contains elements of Zulu, Xhosa, and Ndebele cultures, among others. Together they offer a tumult of sensory delights, from the riotous color schemes of traditional huts to lively dances, all in a setting in harmony with the surrounding bushland.
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An absolute must see. I was concerned this activity would be "Disney-esque" but it provided us with a real sense of the history of the black African people in this country, which we found to be a useful reference as we met new people throughout our trip. As a bonus, the food was wonderful (don't be afraid to try the crocodile or the octopus) and the scenery on the drive from Jo'Burg was beautiful.
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The Lesedi Cultural Village experience was wonderful, but the drive to the Village was very quite. Our tour guide was simply a driver. He did not inform us of anything that we passed on the way to or from the Village. He said he would meet for dinner and we never saw him, and we had to go and find him once we had completed dinner and shopping! Continue Reading »
Was good fun, we really enjoyed it. Pick-up in the car by hostess was right on time and she was very nice company. The village itself was really worth visiting, all the people up there were really nice and had a great show! No pushing for buying presents and souvenirs. Afterwards diner was delicious as well. Is fun for the whole family! Continue Reading »
Practical Info
Lesedi Cultural Village is around an hour’s drive north-west of Johannesburg, and makes a good stopover on the way to Sun City. Overnight accommodation is available in villages which reflect the authentic housing styles of each ethnic group represented here.
