| The Jewish Web of South Africa > Weekends > Johannesburg Botanic Gardens, Emmarentia Dam |
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The land on which the Botanic Garden is situated used to be part of the farm Braamfontein which dates back to 1853. |
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| In 1886, a farmer Lourens Geldenhuis, purchased a portion of farm Braamfontein and named it after Emmarentia, whom he married in 1887. |  |
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It is open 06h00-18h00 daily. Popular spot for residents and part of the Braamfontein Spruit; good for walks and picnics, jog in the park or a canoeing and windsurfing of the lake. |
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| 10-15 minutes from the city. If you derive pleasure from the British-style herb and rose gardens, immaculate lawns and the pleasing sound of fountains, you’ll enjoy this one. +27 11 782 0517 |
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