Nelson Mandela Capture Site

Nelson Mandela is the late South African president. However, he was recognized for his attempts to create racial, social, and political equality in a South Africa devastated by the detrimental consequences of the Apartheid government. The Nelson Mandela Capture Spot is a cultural and historical exposition located on the site where Nelson Mandela was seized in August 1952 for his anti-Apartheid activist actions.

The artwork at the Nelson Mandela Capture Site is made up of 50 steel columns that range in height from six to 9.5 meters and span about 30 meters. When viewed from the right perspective, these are laser-cut to produce a picture of the previous president. The columns are arranged in such a way that when viewed from a certain angle, they appear to form a two-dimensional image of Mr Mandela. The impact is so powerful that it can be seen from 30 yards away. This monument is located at the end of a meandering walkway that depicts his lengthy journey to freedom and political equality.

Location: KwaZulu-Natal