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 Language monument by antonela
The The design of the architect Jan van Wijk represents the growth
and development of Afrikaans and gives recognition to the
language’s roots that are spread over the three continents
Africa, Europe and Asia. Van Wijk was also inspiredby
the words of two prominent Afrikaans writers,
NP van Wyk Louw and CJ Langenhoven.
It was unveiled.
10 October 1975.
Languages from three continents influenced the
development of Afrikaans:
A Dutch, German, French and
Portuguese (Europe)
B Malay and Malay-Portuguese (Asia)
C The Khoi languages, isiXhosa, isiZulu
and isiSotho (Africa)
D “The bridge” - NP van Wyk Louw
described Afrikaans as “a bridge
between the languages of
Europe and Africa”.
E “The growth of Afrikaans –
CJ Langenhoven described
Afrikaans as a “rapidly
ascending curve”, to indicate
that Afrikaans is continually
growing at a faster tempo.
F The Republic of South Africa –
the birth-place and home of
Afrikaans.
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 Sundown, Golf Estate
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Golf by antonela
Boschenmeer 27 hole
Pearl Valley 19 hole (Jack Niklaus Design) Leave a Comment Directions: Between Paarl and Franschhoek
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 Laborie Manor by kenHuocj
spent a few nights at the Guest House,
dined in their manor house
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 by mvtouringLeave a Comment Address: Jan Phillips Mountain Drive, PaarlPhone: +27 (0)21 872 3658
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 Sante Spa by mvtouring
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A veritable treasure of architecture is to be found along a 2 km stretch of Main Street, starting at the Strooidak Kerk (Thatched Roof Church), the oldest Dutch Reformed Church in South Africa. Zeederberg Square is surrounded by picturesque Cape Dutch, Georgian and Victorian buildings. Paarl boasts one of only three examples of Egyptian architecture in South Africa! The walk ends at the two museums; Paarl Museum and the Afrikaans Language Museum. Leave a Comment Address: Main Street, PaarlPhone: +27 (0)21 863 4937
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The Paarl Museum (formerly the "Oude Pastorie") offers a near-comprehensive collection of antique furniture, historical documents and photographs from the history of Paarl. The museum lies in Main Street (No. 303) and is open weekdays from 10 to 5 and saturdays from 9 to 1 o'clock. Tel 021-8722651. Leave a Comment
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Enjoy the beautiful landscape of fynbos and massive rounded granite rock formations set among wild olives, and various trees. Take a hike, follow one of the many hiking trails, visit Millwater Wild Flower Garden where 15 species of protea may be viewed, catch trout or bass for dinner or enjoy mountain biking or picnics. Fishing permits available at Paarl Municipality. Hours: Summer: 07h00-19h00; Winter: 07h00-18h00 Leave a Comment
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Visit the restaurant with a beautiful view over Table Mountain,see the beautiful green valleys and vineyards. They sell local wines that you can enjoy with your meal, good traditional food and friendly service. A la Carte, Sunday buffet, Picnic baskets, Functions up to 50 persons. Mon 08:30 - 17:00 Tue - Sun 08:30 - 22:00 Leave a Comment Phone: 021 863 2800Directions: Paarl Mountain, Paarl
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