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HISTORYConstitution Hill
From prison complex to constitutional democracy
Constitution Hill combines one of the country's most significant historical prison sites with the Constitutional Court, the highest guardian of South Africa's constitutional order. Former prisoners included Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gandhi, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela and many others. The site powerfully captures the country's shift from institutional repression to democratic legal ideals.
Practical Info
- Entry fee:
- Guided tours and museum access are paid; some court-related visits may differ
- Hours:
- Daytime opening hours, with tours on a schedule
- Getting there:
- Short ride from central Johannesburg; easier by Uber than public transport for most visitors
- Tip:
- Pair it with the Apartheid Museum or Braamfontein, but allow enough time to absorb the prison exhibitions properly.
📷On the Ground
Constitutional CourtmuseumJohannesburgdemocracyMandela
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