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PICS: The world's most beautiful streets - one is in SA!

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Herbert Baker Street for Jacaranda trees - Pretoria, South Africa
Herbert Baker Street for Jacaranda trees - Pretoria, South Africa

From beautiful architecture to shopping streets, historic blue walls and tree-lined avenues, these are superb strolling spots.

The Philosopher's Walk for cherry trees - Kyoto, Japan

This is a not-to-be-missed walk. Stroll down the path that sits next to the canal, which runs between Ginkaku-Ji and Nanzen-Ji for some magical floral snaps.

Jacaranda Trees, Pretoria, Gauteng (Photo by Hober(PHOTO: Getty Images) 

Cockburn Street for architecture and design - Edinburgh, Scotland

Walk the winding roads that cut through the medieval neigbourhoods to appreciate the Victorian architecture and design that tower above and all around you. 

Jacaranda Trees, Pretoria, Gauteng (Photo by Hober
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Herbert Baker Street for Jacaranda trees - Pretoria, South Africa

Between September and November our capital, Pretoria or Tshwane changes into the City of Jacaranda. Walk the streets to view the purple blooms or go check it out from the vantage point of the Klapperkop Nature Reserve. 

Jacaranda Trees, Pretoria, Gauteng (Photo by Hober
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Rua Luis de Camoes for the Umbrella Sky Project - Agueda, Portugal

Go during July, August and September to see this colourful paradise of wonder as the Umbrella Sky Project forms part of the Agitagueda Art Festival which is held this time of year. 

Jacaranda Trees, Pretoria, Gauteng (Photo by Hober

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Blue City for the blue buildings - Jodhpur, India

This is the perfect place to get lost. Walk the alleyways or go up to the fort where you'll get the best view of this very special city. 

Jacaranda Trees, Pretoria, Gauteng (Photo by Hober

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Hosier Lane for its street art - Melbourne, Australia

The ideal Instagram spot! Street artists from all over the world come here to add their unique graffiti stamp to these walls. 

Jacaranda Trees, Pretoria, Gauteng (Photo by Hober
(PHOTO: Getty Images)  

The Dark Hedges, Bregagh Road for mature beech trees - County Antrim, Northern Ireland

This magical spot is one of the most photographed streets in Ireland. Fun Fact: It was used as Kingsroad in Game of Thrones.

Jacaranda Trees, Pretoria, Gauteng (Photo by Hober
(PHOTO: Getty Images) 

Via dei Coronari for Roman cafés - Rome, Italy

As Italian as it comes! This beautiful street should be explored with a slow stroll. Stop by the authentically Roman cafes and grab an espresso or gelato.

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