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WHAT IS CONSTITUTION HILL?HeritageConstitution Hill is a city precinct, anchored by the South African Constitutional Court – the highest court in the country on constitutional matters. Constitution Hill is also the site of Johannesburg’s notorious Old Fort Prison Complex, where thousands of ordinary people were brutally punished before the dawn of democracy. |
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WHAT IS CONSTITUTION HILL?FreedomMany of South Africa’s political activists, including Mahatma Gandhi, Nelson Mandela, and Walter Sisulu were detained here. What once was a place of injustice and brutality has been transformed into a place of solidarity and democracy. |
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WHERE IS CONSTITUTION HILL?HistorySituated on a hill overlooking the bustling Johannesburg city and the fostered suburbs, Constitution Hill provides a unique perspective of Johannesburg and its rich history. The site is home to the Women’s Gaol museum, Number Four Museum, and Old Fort Museum. |
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WHERE IS CONSTITUTION HILL?EqualityThese areas host gripping exhibitions with themes that reveal South Africa’s rich heritage and advocate human rights. Furthermore, Constitution Hill is an imperative platform for Heritage, Education, and Tourism related programmes. |
Welcome to Constitution Hill
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Tours
Nowhere can the story of South Africa's turbulent past and its extraordinary transition to democracy be told as it is at Constitution Hill.
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Programmes & Special Events
In addition to guided tours and temporary exhibitions, Constitution Hill offers interactive experiences through its full calendar of public and educational programmes.
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Venue Hire
As a multipurpose Heritage Site Constitution Hill offers a variety of indoor and outdoor venues, available for hire.
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Flame of Democracy
Dear Patrons,
Please be advised that the flame of democracy will be out of service from 10 May 2012 until 15 May 2012. This is to allow for statutory maintenance to be carried out on the installation.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.