Bendor, Polokwane

Bendor has long been a popular location for family-friendly enjoyment, and with parks nearby, it's easy to understand why the area is so great. It is an idyllic setting for people seeking plenty of natural surroundings, with a game reserve and a bird and reptile park for residents to enjoy close by. It's no surprise that Bendor is consistently at the top of the list for residents in Polokwane.

A brief history of the area

Since 1973, Bendor in Polokwane has always been a middle-class neighbourhood with major recreational amenities and appealing properties adjacent to healthcare services, shopping centres, and restaurants. It's a perfect area for those looking to settle down.

Distance from key points (Airport/CBD)

Travelling by car from Bendor to Pretoria Central via the N1 takes around 2 hours and 48 minutes (261,8 km). Polokwane International Airport is about 6 km and 12 minutes away.

Climate

Bendor's location in Polokwane means it enjoys a lot of subtropical semi-arid weather, moderated by altitude, with warm, dry winters and hot summers with lots of thunderstorms. Bendor's average coldest temperature in July is 13.1 °C, whereas the warmest reaches 23.4 °C in January. Annually, there are around 3070 hours of sunlight.

Schools in the area

Bendor, like the rest of Polokwane, has a varied choice of schools, making it an enticing area to raise a family. Parents with young children can enrol them in Kids Kingdom Preschool, Noordjieland Pre Primary School and Trevor's Haven Preschool, Creche & Aftercare. Primary schools include Laerskool Pietersburg Noord and Pietersburg Comprehensive School. High schools in the vicinity include Noorderland High School and HTS Tom Naudé. 

There are two major private schools close to Bendor - Mitchell House and Northern Academy High School. There are also smaller private schools also located in the Bendor area, such as Bet-Shalom Christian School and Veritas School.

Healthcare in the area

If you're searching for nearby Bendor hospitals, Netcare Pholoso Hospital is backed by highly qualified experts and experienced nursing staff. Other local hospitals in the area include Polokwane Provincial Hospital and Mankweng Hospital-Internal Medicine. The pharmacies and clinics close to the suburb, Dis-Chem Pharmacy Platinum Park and Mediclinic Limpopo in Polokwane, a hospital that accepts minor injuries and scheduled treatments. With Body Life and Virgin Active gyms in Bendor, it can help you get started on your wellness journey. Bendor is undoubtedly the place to go for a healthy wellness path.

Shopping centres

Bendor offers several shopping malls in Polokwane that are easily accessible and provide convenience. Each provides a wide variety of stores and a secure shopping environment for residents. The closest shopping centres are Cycad Center, Platinum Park, Thornhill Shopping Centre, Mall of the North, and Oaklands Shopping Centre.

Restaurants

Residents will enjoy a variety of restaurants surrounding the Bendor area, including Simply Pizza, which offers inexpensive and they offer both meat and vegetarian options pizzas. You may also visit Yummy Kitchen Polokwane, Asian Cuisine, and Mini Sushi, which serves a range of Chinese and sushi meals. Nguni Grill is a nearby option for delectable grilled meals. 

Special attractions 

Bendor features many attractions to suit your needs, including spectacular amusement parks and natural reserves, making it an ideal spot for family tours. Here are some nearby attractions to visit:

1. The Fun Company: The Fun Company, founded in 1978, provides a range of family-friendly, action-packed activities. It features a unique and comprehensive entertainment offering that includes a variety of attractions, as well as a continual focus on innovative entertainment and technological innovations.

2. Polokwane Bird and Reptile Park: This has 280 bird species to witness, both indigenous and foreign. It is a tranquil and relaxing location with views and picnic spots.

3. Polokwane Game Reserve: This is one of South Africa's largest municipally owned game reserves. Important indigenous birds inhabit the Pietersburg Plateau grassland, including the short-clawed lark, ashy tit, and Kalahari scrub-robin. You can also spot white rhinos and other wildlife.

4. Bakone Malapa Northern Sotho Open Air Museum: This highlights the rich culture and heritage of the BaSotho people. Tourists can see traditional homestead exhibits that feature homesteads and some of their handcrafting that explain much of Basotho's heritage.

5. Polokwane Art Museum: This houses about 1,000 works of art, including a vast array of Venda, Pedi, and Tsonga paintings and sculptures, many of which explore the town's rich history and art.

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Image credit 2: Savannah Mall, Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa by South African Tourism | Flickr | CC BY 2.0 | bit.ly/3qoJcDm 

Image credit 3: Mall of the North, Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa by South African Tourism | Flickr | CC BY 2.0 | bit.ly/3qoJcDm 

Image credit 4: Polokwane Art Museum, Limpopo, South Africa by South African Tourism | Flickr | CC BY 2.0 | bit.ly/3qoJcDm 

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