NORTHCLIFF RIDGE ECOPARK - Project 6 Johannesburg South Africa
Today we went to Northcliff hill for a sunset mission. Here you get a 360 view of Johannesburg. Hope you enjoy it :D
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Location: Northcliff Ridge Ecopark | Johannesburg, South Africa
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Northcliff Ridge Eco Park, Johannesburg South Africa
Archaeological sites were found on the eastern side and on top of Northcliff Ridge, confirming inhabitants from 500 000 – 250 000 years ago and more recent remnants of Iron Age farmers occupying the ridge 300 years ago, nothing was preserved because of a lack of urgency by the then National Monuments Council and community involvement.
Apart from being one of the highest natural viewing points in Johannesburg the Ridge as an ecological site has much to commend preservation. Areas of importance include Topography/Geology, Vegetation, and Wildlife.
The area to the east of the water tower has always been a nature reserve known as Chudleigh View, though recent maps no longer indicate it as such. On the plateau there is a problem with weeds and human impact is visible in the form of graffiti, litter and fires destroying the trees and bigger shrubs. Below the cliffs there is less human impact and the vegetation is remarkably unspoilt. The Ridge has three distinct ecozones largely determined by the topography, namely grassland on the plateau, cliff face vegetation and protea grassland on the slope below. This adds greatly to the diversity and interest of the area.
1. Topography & Geology
Northcliff Ridge consists of a plateau, a rocky cliff stretching the entire length of the reserve and a steep slope below. The Witwatersrand, of which Northcliff Ridge forms part, is an ancient geological system of sedimentary rocks, mostly hard white quartzite.
Northcliff Ridge’s elevation provides the visitor with unobstructed views of the city and surrounding countryside. The view stretches from Mohale City in the west along the entire Magaliesberg range in the north to Bedfordview in the east, taking in business nodes such as Randburg, Sandton and Rosebank along the way. To the south, it offers a spectacular view of Hillbrow and the Johannesburg central business district.
View sites enable visitors to orientate themselves and are therefore always popular urban attractions to visit. Northcliff Ridge allows the visitor to enjoy the views in a natural setting rather than in a built environment from behind glass or barricades as in high buildings or towers. The Ridge is certainly most popular for its amazing sunsets.
2.Vegetation
Wild flowers
At least twelve species of indigenous flowers are found on the Ridge, but there may be many more as flowering is seasonal and it takes many site visits to record them all. Many wildflowers are small and hidden by the grass, but are much more visible after a fire.
Trees and shrubs
No trees grow naturally on the plateau or on the southern slope. However, the cliffs and northern slope have many different trees; some 28 species having been identified. The protea grassland especially has a rich variety of trees, of which the wild pear (Dombeya rotundifolia) and the highveld proteas (Protea caffra) make a fine showing when in flower. The cliff face vegetation includes Milkplums (Bequaertiodendron magalismontanum) and the delicious wild apricots (Landolphia capensis) in abundance.
Grasses and ferns
Ten different grasses are found on the Ridge, including rooigras (Themedia trianrda), Natal red top (Rhynchelytrum repens), thatch grass (Hyparrhenia hirta) and weeping lovegrass (Eragrostis curvula). In summer, especially after a fire, wildflowers turn the grassland into a visual delight. Although not mentioned in the Walmsley report, the author has observed at least three different ferns on rocky outcrops in all three ecozones on the Ridge. Most common are the hard fern, Pellaea calomelanos, and its family member Pellaea quadripinnata.
3. Wildlife
Birdlife
At least 64 different species of birds have been spotted on Northcliff Ridge according to the Walmsley Environmental Consultants’ report of 1992.Large numbers of swifts (Apus caffer, Apus affinis and Cypsiurus parvus) return every spring to nest in the water tower. Three flocks of guinea fowl (Numida meleagris) live on the Ridge and wander in neighbouring gardens and open spaces. There are several families of thick-knee (Burhinus capensis) nesting on the plateau; spotted eagle owls (Bubo africanus); African hoopoe (Upupa Africana) and Cape crows (Corvus capensis). The European bee-eater or Merops apiaster (one of the most beautiful colourful migrating species) and many other birds have been seen visiting and nesting in the park area.
Northcliff Ridge/Hill Ecopark Johannesburg
Just after sunset, the northern suburbs of Johannesburg light up to give a serenity view.
A lovely chill spot for picnics.
Great view point for sunrise and sunset.
Very clean and security patrols the area.
Northcliff Hill, Eco Walk - Johannesburg, South Africa
This short video shows the Northcliff hill Eco Walk, Northcliff Water Tower, and the surrounding suburbs.
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We popped out to the water tower to have a quick chat about one of my favorite places in JHB and one of my best memory's ever and why you have to think about that getting that memory wall and making the year to remember.
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Northcliff Heights - Northcliff, Johannesburg
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Estate living with glorious views of Johannesburg City and surrounds. This abode allows one to escape the hustle and bustle of City living. The relaxing ambiance of the open plan living space which opens up (glass stacking doors) onto the wooden deck and swimming pool also allows for fantastic entertainment options.
Stunning kitchen with loads of cupboard and Ceasar Stone counter space, enhance the convenience of this home's layout and design.
Let your creative juices flow in deciding how to place your furniture ...currently allows for 2 Lounges and dining area with double volume ceilings.
With two large bedrooms (tiled laminate flooring), BIC and a bathroom (shower only) on the lower level, privacy remains in tact. While the main bedroom, located upstairs, is large enough to accommodate a study area, small pjajyama lounge and full dressing room with a full bathroom, ensures you have a heaven to retreat to after a long day. The balcony in the main bedroom also allows for absolute enjoyment of the the stunning view ...so pretty at night too.
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Bee Eater Festival short - Northcliff Ridge Ecopark.mov
Executive Overview of Bee Eater Festival 2012. Northcliff Ridge Ecopark - seeking sponsorships. Pro Bono job by Entabeni Media. DVD of long version available to purchase - contact info@northcliffecopark.org or producer@entabenimedia.co.za All editing and finishing in FCPX. Shot, recorded and edited by Alan.
View from Northcliff Ridge
A pan across from West to East from Northcliff Ridge in Johannesburg, South Africa (Sound has been turned off because of wind noise),
Best view in Johannesburg: Northcliff Hill
I love exploring my city and its suburbs. In the north of Johannesburg, South Africa, lies Northcliff hill. It is my favourite view point over the city, offering 360-degree panoramas. You won't believe how green Johannesburg is.
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Northcliff Hill | DJI Phantom 2 | GoPro Hero 4
Using my DJI Phantom 2 and GoPro Hero 4 to take some shots on Northcliff Hill.
Northcliff Hill
Flying over Northcliff Hill
Northcliff Tower Run
Run up to Northcliff tower and through the eco park.
Video is a bit random I saw cyclists, a photo shoot, rock climbers, took the wrong way up and saw a mate on the way back down.
Last South African sunset
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Doing my favourite thing at on of my favourite places. Eating sushi at the top of Northcliff Hill.
Dash Down Northcliff Hill
Just a quick dash down Northcliff hill in Johannesburg, South Africa.
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Lonehill Johannesburg South Africa About Lonehill Introduction
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The Lonehill Koppie is beautiful - it stands out as a lone koppie on the northern border of the city's suburbs, some 28 kilometres north of the city centre, and is a reminder of what Johannesburg used to look like before it was settled: rocky veld with small streams trickling through it, dotted with shrubs, small trees and knee-high grasses. Guinea fowl and porcupines used to roam the area around the Koppie, and it's now populated with dozens of dassies. There's a small dam, called Lonehill Loch, around 200 metres north of the Koppie, a popular walking spot for local residents.
The Koppie is largely made up of large boulders, called tor rocks, very old rocks, with trees and indigenous shrubs now almost obscuring the rocks except for the very top boulders. The room-size boulders of Lonehill have a special quality to them, their towering height and massive shapes overwhelming one on the short hike to the top.
These days it is surrounded by unattractive townhouse developments, in places right up to its perimeter. It is a plot of around 20 acres, with veld surrounding the koppie, which is around 80 metres high. It is fenced and locked, but unlocked on the weekends, allowing hikers and picnickers to climb to the top, or just lay out a picnic blanket in its surrounding grassy area.
It is an extremely significant site - it has three Stone Age furnaces in the veld below the Koppie. These were excavated in the 1960s by Professor Revil Mason, formerly head of archaeology at Wits University.
The furnaces were covered again by Mason, partly to protect them but partly also because there was no funding to develop the site, which would need a protective structure built around them.
Mason estimates that the furnaces date to around 1600, the same period as the Melville Koppies furnace. Bits of slag have been found near the site of the furnaces, on large flat rocks with indentations in them, obviously used for grinding.
Near the furnace site is another area where pottery was manufactured, fenced like the furnace area.
Half way up the Koppie there's further evidence of these early pastoral people - remnants of stone walls that would have been a kraal and living areas.
In the early 1990s the Lonehill community drew up a plan to build a museum and an Ndebele village just below the Koppie. Nothing came of it as the funds needed would have run into the millions.
Don Cheadle Is In Johannesburg
Why is Don Cheadle in Johannesburg? The star of Hotel Rwanda and House of Lies is in currently in the country for his unveiling as whisky brand Chivas Regal Ultis’s global brand ambassador. The unveiling took place at a glitzy event which was held in Rosebank at Keyes Art Mile and The Juice was there. The star-studded event took place on Thursday, June 29th.
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