I could hear the lions calling me from afar. Strumming and drumming of musical instruments by the native folks of South Africa in Johannesburg calling to celebrate the happy occasion of the new dawn. I thought I was dreaming in my la la land but it was actually happening along side with my junior in school, Shuian.
We were lucky. Rian, our tour guide, whom I met on on board offered to bring us around. Drove us in a silver white mercedes to and from our hotel to the places of interest. My first time touching a lion club in Africa was not any easier. I tell you they bite and they mean it. haha. Shuian, Karlina and Rian are so brave. Feeding the giraffe was pretty fun. Was in the car watching the real wild life in action as we saw the king of jungle devoured his lunch.
Night life was full of zest. Native folks celebrated by singing their most uproar language of their own along with the instrument, strumming and drumming. Had our dinner being late, we wouldn't have even bothered to listen. Shopping was no longer a must anymore as we experienced a different realm of life with only music and food. In any case, things there are pretty affordable. Bought my fridge magnet as usual.
Facts about Johannesburg
Johannesburg also known as Jozi or Jo'burg, is the largest city in South Africa. Johannesburg is the provincial capital of Gauteng, the wealthiest province in South Africa, having the largest economy of any metropolitan region in Sub-Saharan Africa. The city is one of the 40 largest metropolitan areas in the world and it is one of Africa's only three global cities, the other two being Cairo and Cape Town. While Johannesburg is not officially one of South Africa's three capital cities, it does house the Constitutional Court – South Africa's highest court.
Johannesburg is the source of a large-scale gold and diamond trade, due to its location on the mineral-rich Witwatersrand range of hills. Johannesburg is served by O.R. Tambo International Airport, the largest and busiest airport in Africa and a gateway for international air travel to and from the rest of southern Africa.
Travellers should be careful there as it is one of the highest crime rate country. Never go out alone and you must go in a vehicle. Looks like the movie, Blood Diamond isn't only a show. My ratings:
Sceneries - 7/10*
Shopping - 5/10*
Food - 6/10*
People - 2/10*
"Jimmy with the native folks"
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