Robben Island - Cape Town

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Robben Island in the distance © Jim Sher, License

Robben Island was a leper colony from 1844 to the early 1900's. It's estimated 1,500 lepers were buried. © Graham Holtshausen, License

Robben Island Harbour © Brian Burger, License

The exterior of the prison at Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated © Joe Ross, License

Robben Island - Cape Town

Robben Island, off the coast of Cape Town is associated the world over with the struggles and oppression of Apartheid. Today it is a beacon of triumph telling of the victory over human rights abuse and the fight against oppression. At different times between the 17th and 20th centuries Robben Island has been used as a military training base, a prison and even a hospital. During World War 2 soldiers were trained on Robben Island and it was used as a great defence point. Between 1846- 1937 a hospital was on Robben Island for patients suffering with leprosy, mental instability and chronic illness. This was because the island created the perfect place to keep these patients isolated from the community preventing the spread and dangers of the illnesses. At the same time prisoners like Nelson Mandela were being kept on Robben Island for political and common law crimes thus making the island a prison also for the patients who had no cure.

Robben Island is Located about 12 kilometres away from Cape Town. It is 3 kilometres long and 1.5 kilometres wide and rises 35 metres above sea level. When the first settlers arrived in Table Bay they discovered an island full of birds and seals making it a good source of food. Penguin eggs where especially sought after for their size and taste and the seals were not only good for food but also their pelts. This caused both species to drastically drop in numbers. Today however the Island has been turned into a sanctuary to protect them and many tuxedo-dressed penguins now greet you on your arrival at Robben Island.

5 Interesting facts about Robben Island in Cape Town:

1. Historical Prison: Robben Island is most famous for being the prison where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated for 18 of his 27 years in prison. Other notable political prisoners, such as Walter Sisulu and Govan Mbeki, were also held here during the apartheid era.

2. UNESCO World Heritage Site: In 1999, Robben Island was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is recognized for its historical significance and as a symbol of the triumph of the human spirit over adversity and oppression.

3. Diverse History: Before its role as a prison, Robben Island served multiple purposes over the centuries, including as a leper colony, a mental institution, and a military base during World War II. Its diverse history reflects its strategic location and the evolving needs of the colonial and apartheid governments.

4. Museum and Educational Tours: Today, Robben Island is a museum and a popular tourist destination. Guided tours, often led by former political prisoners, provide visitors with a firsthand account of life on the island and the struggle for freedom and democracy in South Africa.

5. Ecological Importance: Besides its historical significance, Robben Island is also important ecologically. It is home to several bird species, including African penguins and a variety of seabirds. The island's natural environment is protected, and conservation efforts are ongoing to preserve its unique flora and fauna.

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Sand And See 107

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Bloubergstrand

8.9km from Robben Island - Cape Town

Dit is 'n ruim tweeslaapkamerwoonstel, elke kamer met sy eie en suite-badkamer. Die hoofslaapkamer bestaan uit 'n dubbelbed en 'n toesluitkluis is in een van sy kaste beskikbaar. Die badkamer bestaan uit 'n bad en 'n verstelbare stortkop met... …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.

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Blue Robin

Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Bloubergstrand

9.1km from Robben Island - Cape Town

Die Blue Robin is 'n nuut opgeknapte vakansie-huis op die strand. Ons bied 'n rustige spanningsvrye omgewing vir die sakepersoon of vir die toeris. U kan kollegas of vriende op die dek onthaal. Dit het 'n uitsig op een van die wêreld se mooiste tone …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.

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Nick's Seaside Rest

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Bloubergstrand

9.2km from Robben Island - Cape Town

Geleë in Bloubergstrand ou dorp, naby Kaapstad, 'n klipgooi ver van een van die mooiste strande op die Suid-Afrikaanse kuslyn, sal jy hierdie vakansie rusplek vind. Nick's Seaside Rest bied selfsorg verblyf met egte Suid-Afrikaanse gasvryheid. Baie v …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.

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Mt Bijoux Guest House

Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Bloubergstrand

9.2km from Robben Island - Cape Town

Met 'n uitsig oor die Atlantiese Oseaan en geleë in Bloubergstrand aan die Weskus van Kaapstad, sal jy die Mt Bijoux Gastehuis vind vir die beste gasvryheid, avontuur en onberispelike weelde... …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.

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Rockpool 1208

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Bloubergstrand

9.3km from Robben Island - Cape Town

Selfsorg Akkommodasie, Bloubergstrand, Kaapstad, Wes-Kaap, Suid-Afrika 'n Tuiste weg van die huis! Ons kliënte bly net terugkom na ons unieke woonstelle! Rockpool 1208 is aan die strandfront geleë en wanneer jy die woonstel binnekom... …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.

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Sunset 1008

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Bloubergstrand

9.3km from Robben Island - Cape Town

Sunset 1008 is 'n stylvolle, moderne selfsorgwoonstel in Bloubergstrand, Kaapstad met "epiese ononderbroke uitsigte" van Tafelberg van oorkant die see. Die woonstel het slaapplek vir 4 volwassenes en 2 kinders met 2 slaapkamers en 2 badkamers... …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.

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Beach Villa

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Mouille Point

10km from Robben Island - Cape Town

Beach Villa, is 'n ruim twee slaapkamer woonstel met 'n pragtige uitsig oor die see en berg en binne loopafstand na die strand en 'n beroemde Waterfront. Pragtige uitsig oor die see, aand sonsondergange en rustig loop langs die strand promenade is aan die …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.

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Quest Bed and Breakfast

Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Melkbosstrand

10.1km from Robben Island - Cape Town

Quest Bed & Breakfast is in Melkbosstrand geleë, 'n pragtige kusdorpie aan die noordwestelike rand van die Kaapstad Metropool. Melkbosstrand word gepas beskou as die poort na die Weskus en is bekend vir sy rustigheid, wye wit... …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.

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Sea View Zeezicht

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Bloubergstrand

10.6km from Robben Island - Cape Town

Dié selfsorgwoonstel aan die strand is in Bloubergstrand aan die pragtige Atlantiese kus geleë, met asemrowende see- en berguitsigte. Die strand is bekend vir watersport op sy eindelose wit sand, en is geleë tussen Dolphin Beach... …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.

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Aandvari Zeezicht

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Bloubergstrand

10.6km from Robben Island - Cape Town

Welkom by Aandvari Zeezicht - 'n elegante, twee slaapkamer woonstel by die strand in Kaapstad se pragtige Blouberg. Met 'n perfekte uitsig op Tafelberg en die uitgestrekte see... …sien meer vir besprekings / navrae en inligting.

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