Cullinan Diamond Mine & Pretoria Full Day Tour

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Cullinan Diamond Mine & Pretoria Full Day Tour

Name: Cullinan Diamond Mine & Pretoria Full Day Tour
Address: South Africa

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Visit the Cullinan Diamond mines and see the source of many of the most renowned diamonds in the world. Learn about the industry of diamond mining in South Africa and the history of the practice in Pretoria.

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Highlights

Visit the famous Cullinan diamond mines
Witness the historical monuments such as the Paul Kruger House and Voortrekker Monument
Learn about the discovery of the administrative capital known as 'Jacaranda City'
See the Union Buildings

Description

Get a glimpse into a fascinating part of South Africa's history with a visit to the famous Cullinan diamond mines, operated for many years by the De Beers mining company. Take a trip to the mine which is situated 40km east of Pretoria in a town called Cullinan. The tour covers the history of the mine and geological processes that are responsible for the creation of diamonds. Learn about the discovery of the administrative capital known for it's Jacaranda-lined avenues, fascinating architecture and historical monuments such as Paul Kruger House, built in 1884. Visit the Voortrekker Monument situated in Pretoria in a nature reserve - a monument that commemorates the history of South Africa and the history of the Afrikaaners. Whilst here also take a peek at the Union buildings with an experienced guide who will explain their history and function.

Includes

Return transport from Johannesburg and surrounding areas Entrance to Kruger House Entrance to Cullinan Diamond mine Entrance to Voortrekker Monument A walk through the grounds of the Union Buildings Bottled Water