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Paarl accommodation. The Taal Monument (Afrikaans for the Language Monument) in Paarl was built in 1975. The monument was built to commemorate the recognition of Afrikaans as an official South African language 100 years prior.
The Taalmonument comes in threes
The monument consists of 3 domes and 3 pillars, each of which represents a culture influential to the Afrikaans language. The tall needle that stands amongst these object is the most iconic section of the monument and can be seen for miles.
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| Phone: | 021 872 3441 |
| Email: | admin@taalmuseum.co.za |
| Website: | http://www.museums.org.za |
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Laborie Estate was founded by a Huegenot settler in 1688, but was later transformed into a typical Cape-Dutch farm. Today it has been lovingly restored by KWV after they acquired it in 1971. Laborie is the perfect place to stop for lunch if you are exploring the Paarl winelands or central Paarl its... [ read more... ] |
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The Paarl Museum on main street has many historical and cultural exhibits tracing the history of Paarl. The museum displays various period furnishing, stinkwood furniture, kitchenware, and a large collection of impressive porcelain.
The museums also hosts various travelling displays, often coveri... [ read more... ] |
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Fairview is well known not only for its drinkable wines but also for its exquisite goat's milk cheeses. Goats are well known for their climbing ability and Fairview's goats love climbing the tall stone tower that has been built just for them. Visitors can watch as they ascend a spiral staircase th... [ read more... ] |
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The stunning 27-hole Paarl Golf Course is situated in the picturesque valley on the outskirts of South Africa’s third-oldest town, Paarl. The course, first laid out on the banks of the Berg River in the 1950s, has been redesigned by Danie Obermeyer and David Frost. David Frost, a Paarl native and ... [ read more... ] |
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Alba House Bed and Breakfast, Paarl, Western Cape. 4**** Guest House, great views in spectacular South African Cape Winelands. Cape Town 30 minutes drive. Close to Paarl and Pearl Valley Golf Club. Large swimming pool, beautiful, well tended garden. Air conditioned, quiet rooms. Safe parking on prem... [ read more... ] |
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Stylish B+B or semi S/C, centrally situated between vineyards against Paarl Mountain. Separate entrances to 2 private en-suite bedrooms.
Also available; family suite comprising 3 double bedrooms/shared bathroom.
Facilities: TV, DSTV, Pool, 5 Patios, BBQ, Kitchenettes, Safe parking.
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110 Main is situated in the heart of Paarl in a safe and quiet servitude road,just off Main Road. We offer three elegant,comfortable and fully equipped self-catering accommodation units. Although the apartments have fully equipped kitchens, some of the Town’s most popular restaurants are just a s... [ read more... ] |
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Welcome to Grande Roche, celebrated international hotel, famous for its exquisite location in the heart of the beautiful Cape Winelands as well as for its luxurious, cosmopolitan accommodation, award-winning cuisine and matchless service and hospitality.... [ read more... ] |
