Bloemfontein is, together with Pretoria and Cape Town, one of South Africa's 3 capitals, and it is also the capital of the Free State Province.
Bloemfontein is popularly known as the ""city of roses"", due to the great number of flowers in its parks and gardens, as well as for the annual rose festival held here.
Bloemfontein, which is the judicial capital of South Africa, is the sixth largest city in the country.
Its streets are exceedingly clean, and the place has a peaceful, relaxing air. The city's buildings make up a well-preserved historical and architectural heritage. Some to see include the City Hall, the Old Presidency, the legal buildings, the Anglican Cathedral (which dates from 1850) and the train station. Modernity and the past live together in harmony in this beautiful city.
Other interesting sites to visit are: the Botanic Gardens; the Orchid House, a veritable tropical paradise; the zoo; and the many theatres, museums and galleries that the city can boast.
Free State – Bloemfontein is a must; come and visit!
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Peermont, Metcourt at Frontier
Bethlehen, Free state-Bloemfontein
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Peacefully located in Bethlehem's countryside, the hotel captures the essence of the 1800's by offering an exciting one-stop destinatio, beautiful sandstone blocks reflect the changing light, archways invite you in to the stylish hotel and exciting casino. Offers free private parking. The hotel also offers a 24-hour fast food delivery service. Drinks can be enjoyed on the spacious terrace, or in the gardens.
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Protea Hotel Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein, Free state-Bloemfontein
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Opened in 2002, this air-conditioned hotel comprises a 2-storey main building and annex with a total of 94 rooms, including 2 wheelchair-accessible rooms. Surrounded by landscaped gardens, this hotel provides an ideal setting to wrap up a strenuous day of business. The lobby houses a 24-hour reception desk, a currency exchange facility and safes. The Amoretta Restaurant and Bar offers scrumptious buffet breakfasts and à la carte lunches and dinners. The modern Tamora conference room offers conference facilities for up to 60 delegates. It is also possible to make use of the kids' club, public Internet access, room service, the laundry service and medical assistance. There is a car park for those arriving by car.
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