#CapeTown - Page 2

Why Chavonnes Battery?

Posted by Willem on Mon August 8, 2016 in The characters.
Mauritz Pasque de Chavonnes, Chavonnes Battery, V&A Waterfront

The Social and Military Heritage of the Cape is a fascinating saga with heroes and villains of all color and creed. The Chavonnes Battery invites you to discover the strategic Commercial and Military importance of Cape Town and the harbor in global trade and some of the character’s who left a footprint here. Meander among the Archaeology ruins, explore the international photographic exhibitions, join a Guided Walking Tour or fire a real 18th Century muzzle loaded cannon.

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FREE entry 1st & 2nd May 2016, Celebrating Workers Day

Posted by Dale on Fri April 29, 2016.
Paul Colley, UK, Underwater Photographer of the Year 2016

Sunday 1st and Monday 2nd May 2016
9 am to 4 pm

Cannon Firing from 11 am - 1 pm Sunday

Chavonnes Battery Museum
Clock Tower, V&A Waterfront

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The ghost that lingers

Posted by Willem on Sun August 9, 2015.
Round House, Cape Town, Dr James Barry, Charles Somerset

Willem tells us about the Round House located in Kloof Neck and some of it's colorful characters.

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Fools Gold by Willem Steenkamp

Posted on Sat July 25, 2015.
Willem Steenkamp, Chavonnes Battery, V&A Waterfront Historical Walking Tour

All about the Lions Head Gold Mining Company (Cape Town) 1887 and other foolish pursuits for the land of Monomotapa. Visit the Chavonnes Battery, Clock Tower, V&A for fascinating insights into the history of Cape Town.

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