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Port Elizabeth accommodation. Donkin Lighthouse stands tall in Port Elizabeth’s Donkin Reserve. Built in 1861, this National Monument offers a magnificent 360 degree view of the surrounding city. When first built, the Donkin Lighthouse was much lower than its current
height, but it was raised to 7 stories as the city expanded, because ships could no longer distinguish between
the city lights and the lighthouse. The lighthouse is still operational to this day.
The Donkin Lighthouse is a popular destination among foreign visitors, as, due to the buildings height, this may be the best place to take pictures of Port Elizabeth from different angles. This 7 floor tower is well maintained and has historical information displayed on
every floor.
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Things to do near Donkin Lighthouse
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Next to Donkin Street is the Donkin Reserve - a park that sits atop a hill in the centre of Port Elizabeth.
The reserve has been a national monument since 1938 and houses local attractions including the Donkin Lighthouse and the Donkin Memorial.
The Donkin Memorial is a pyramid shaped stone struc... [ read more... ] |
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No. 7 Castle Hill, once a Settlers cottage, is now a museum. The cottage, built in 1827, is the on eof the oldest surviving building of its kind.
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Anybody visiting Port Elizabeth cannot miss a visit to Donkin Street, and the neighbouring Donkin Reserve. Donkin Street is lined with Victorian style houses built between 1860 and 1880, lending it a unique charm.
Donkin Street was declared a national monument in 1967 due to its architechtural s... [ read more... ] |
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The main public library in Port Elizabeth was built in 1935. There is a prominent statue of Queen Victoria which stands proudly in front of the building terracotta façade imported from England. The façade was numbered and assembled piece by piece on location.
A true work of art is to be seen on ... [ read more... ] |
Accommodation near Donkin Lighthouse
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We offer private and dormitory accommodation ideal for cost conscious visitors to Port Elizabeth. Suitable for holidaymakers, backpackers, families, groups and contractors
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Fully equipped self catering & self service apartment. Situated nearby all major attractions with easy access to all major roads and site seeing. Within walking distance from 24/7 KwikSpar, internet cafe, shops, cinemas, parks, coffee shops, etc.Sleeps max 4 persons. Double bed in main bedroom and i... [ read more... ] |
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Guesthouse on Irvine is Value for Money, stylish, convenient and comfortable accommodation suitable for local and foreign business and leisure travellers, families and tour groups. Centrally located, secure and private in a newly refurbished original Victorian home.... [ read more... ] |
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This fully equipped lofted self catering and self service apartment can sleep up to a maximum of six (6) persons and is situated within walking distance from KwikSpar, liquor store, pizza take-away, butchery, restaurant and laundromat. The apartment is also situated within 5 minutes drive from beach... [ read more... ] |
