Observatory Ridge, Johannesburg

Observatory Ridge is the highest point in Johannesburg, South Africa. It is 1,808 metres (5,932 ft) above sea level. It is in the suburb of Observatory.[1]

Observatory Ridge
Monument commemorating Indian Army
Monument commemorating Indian Army
Coordinates: 26°11′5″S 28°4′40″E / 26.18472°S 28.07778°E / -26.18472; 28.07778
LocationObservatory, Johannesburg, South Africa
Elevation1,808 metres (5,932 ft)

There is a large sandstone monument on top of the ridge that commemorates the British Indian Army. The monument bears the inscription: "To the memory of British Officers, Natives, NCOs and Men, Veterinary Assistants, Nalbands, and Followers of the Indian Army".[2]

References edit

  1. ^ "Observatory Ridge, Johannesburg: Tips and Information". Trek Zone. Retrieved 25 January 2023.
  2. ^ "The Indian Army Memorial: Observatory Ridge, Johannesburg | The allatsea network blog". allatsea.co.za. Archived from the original on 14 October 2014.