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Melville is one of the older suburbs of Johannesburg and is situated just a few kilometers to the northeast of the city centre. This is a suburb of old houses on narrow streets and dates back to the 1920s. Melville is next door to the Rand Afrikaans University, and houses many of the students from there. Melville is also close to the Emmarentia Dam and sailing club, and is only a few blocks fro ...
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 Gencor Gallery: less than 5 km
 Hindu Crematorium: less than 5 km
The first Hindu crematorium in South Africa was built in the Brixton Cemetery in 1918, with the assistance of Mahatma Gandhi.
This allowed Hindus to be cremated rather than buried, in keeping with their Hindu traditions.
 Parkview Golf Club: less than 5 km
Holes: 18
Par: M 72, W 72
Tel: 011 646 5725/5400
Cnr Wicklow & Emmarentia Avenue, Parkview
Northwards: less than 5 km
The house was designed in 1904 for John and Jose Dale Lace. In January 1901 Dale Lace commanded the Johannesburg Mounted Rifles. In 1911 Northwards was bought by George Albu (later Sir) founder of General Mining group. For more info visit PARKTOWN HERITAGE
Forced removals by the Aparteid regime resulted in the eviction of nearly 3.5 million people to so designated townships.
The Church of Christ the King in Sophiatown embodies the pain of thesed forced removals.
49 Ray Street, Sophiatown
Tel : +27 11 477 8410
North Lodge: less than 5 km
Built in 1905 for Henry S Wilson, a produce merchant. Known as the “Oats King, Wilson built North Lodge on the profits from supplying the British army with fodder for its horses. In the fodder came the seeds of invader species - blackjack, khakibos, gallant soldier and cosmos. For more info visit PARKTOWN HERITAGE
Victorian Parktown home with a fine collection of Art Nouveau. For more info visit PARKTOWN HERITAGE
 Johannesburg Zoo: less than 5 km
University Museums & Galleries: less than 5 km
The View: less than 5 km
The View in Ridge Road is the oldest house in Johannesburg. For more info visit PARKTOWN HERITAGE Civic Theatre: 5 km
Carfax Gallery: 5 km
SA Museum of Military History: 5 km
South African Ballet Theatre: 5 km
The Fort: 5 km
The history of the site goes back to 1893, when President Paul Kruger built a prison in Hillbrow. Later, in 1896, the prison was converted into a fort, carving ramparts from the ridge. For more info: The Johannesburg Fort
Market Theatre: 5 km
Museum Africa: 5 km
Market Theater Laboratory: 5 km
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Sunbury House in Melville, Gauteng
Sunbury Guest House is renowned for its nonconforming artistic style and homely feel. It seems to attract quests from all over the world looking for a congenial and relaxed atmosphere. It has 7 bedrooms, all en-suite and with color TV and more ... |
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33 on First in Melville, Gauteng
All 6 bedrooms have private bathrooms, ceiling fans, DStv, tea/coffee making facilities. The bedrooms consist of 3 double and 3 twins. Continental and full English breakfast served daily. We arrange shuttle service pick up/drop off at the airport,... |
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Saffron Guest House in Melville, Gauteng
Saffron guest house is centrally located, Melville, and on the doorstep of many popular restaurants, cocktail bars, galleries, bookshops and hair salons. Saffron is within easy reach of the main highways to the North, and South of Johannesburg... |
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Sleepy Gecko Guest House in Melville, Gauteng
The Sleepy Gecko Guesthouse is a new establishment right in the heart of trendy Melville in Johannesburg. Situated at the corner of 7th Street and 3rd Avenue, Melville, it is right on the doorstep of the \"vibey\" bars, restaurants and shops... |
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12 Stars Lifestyle Apartments in Melville, Gauteng
These 12 self catering and full furnished one bed studio apartments in Johannesburg, Melville feature full equipped kitchens, bathrooms with separate bath and shower and can each accommodate up to two people. |
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