The Foundation of Trade and Commerce
From time immemorial, the market has been the center of civilization’s trade and economic activity. The Victoria Street Market in Durban is no different and through constant evolution, has stood the test of time.
Are You Interested in African Culture?
If you are interested in our African culture, the Victoria Street Market is certainly one of the places to go to. Our guide Jabulani (Sambo) was excellent, explaining the intricacies of the Traditional Healers, and other African traditions expertly. Parking is available underneath the Denis Hurley building, and from here the stairs lead to the Spice Market. It is a market, with all sorts of goid and bad souvenirs, but the ladies beadwork is excellent – Friday for this.
History of the Victoria Street Market
An in depth presentation on the history of Durban’s Victoria Street Market with Mr Roothren Moodley.
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Sights and Sounds of the Vic Street Market
Victoria Street Market / Courtesy of Valpard Films
Sights and sounds of the authentic African / Indian Victoria Street Market in the heart of Durban on the East Coast of South Africa.
An Idea of Africa
The Victoria Street Market is a busy place and you have to seek and deal for what you wish. Very kind and lovely Indian sellers explain to you how to use spices. Explore traditional handcrafts of the Zulu culture as well as from the greater Africa in general. You have to deal the price and it can be funny for most, but annoying for others who are not used to that. Take a cab to go there. We spent 1.30 hour.
Photo credit: South African Hotels
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