Bordering Johannesburg’s mining belt, Soweto is a township steeped in South Africa’s turbulent history. Once the epicentre of anti-apartheid activism, its streets bore witness to the 1976 Soweto Uprising and the lives of icons like Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu. Originally developed as a segregated area for Black South Africans under apartheid, Soweto has since transformed into a place of pride and creative energy. Visitors can explore the bustling Vilakazi Street, catch a show at the Soweto Theatre, sample local cuisine at one of the many traditional restaurants and enjoy a South African beer at a local shebeen. Must-see historical sites include Kliptown, the Hector Pietersen Memorial and Museum, and the former home of President Nelson Mandela. Thrill-seekers shouldn't miss a chance to bungee jump 100 metres from a suspension bridge at the famed Orlando Towers bungee jump.