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1. thecapetownblog.com › bo-kaapGuide to Visiting Bo Kaap: Cape Town’s Most Colourful ...

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   May 6, 2024 · As well as being aesthetically pleasing, Bo Kaap is actually Cape Town’s oldest surviving neighbourhood and is steeped in tradition and culture, with family-owned businesses on every corner. Visiting this Cape Malay enclave not only taught me a lot about the area itself, but the history of Cape Town as a whole.

2. www.worldpackers.com › things-to-do-in-cape-townThe 13 most amazing things to do in Cape Town, South Africa

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   May 10, 2024 · 10. Visit the colorful houses in Bo-Kaap. Bo-Kaap is a vibrant neighborhood in central Cape Town, known for its colorful houses and rich cultural heritage. This historic area was once home to a large community of Cape Malay people, descendants of slaves brought to South Africa from Southeast Asia in the 17th and 18th centuries. Take a walking tour

3. theculturetrip.com › africa › south-africaThe 7 Best Things To Do And See In Bo-Kaap Cape Town

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   3 days ago · 1. Bo-Kaap Walking Tour. Visitors are able to see the Bo-Kaap neighborhood by foot while also gaining insight into the district’s vivid history, culture and scenery on walking tour. On this tour guests will get an overview of Bo-Kaap’s best known landmarks, including the colorful houses, hidden places to find local beers, multiple mosques ...

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4. www.voyage2africa.com › blog-award-winning-cape-townCape Town is 2nd Top City in the World | Cape Winelands Magic

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   May 6, 2024 · Cape Town was recently voted the second-top city in the world to live in and visit after New York City. The survey of 50 global cities praised Cape Town for its stunning beauty, vibrant cultural scene, and diverse tourist attractions. Tourists also love the Cape Winelands magic as part of their South African holidays.

5. sani.co.za › blog › cape-towns-historic-districtsCape Town's Historic Districts: Exploring Bo-Kaap, District ...

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   The historic districts of Bo-Kaap, District Six, and Woodstock are very important if you want to understand the city's past and how it is today. Skip to content 011 230 5000

6. www.pressreader.com › south-africa › cape-argusTHE EFFENDI LEGACY: BRIDGING CULTURES AT THE BO-KAAP MUSEUM

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   May 23, 2024 · This story connects the personal experience­s of the Effendi family with the broader historical and cultural significan­ce of the Bo-Kaap neighbourh­ood. The Bo-Kaap Museum showcases the history and culture of the Bo-Kaap community, which is known for its vibrant, colourful houses and its rich Muslim heritage.

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   Why should you visit Bo Kaap?

   • As well as being aesthetically pleasing, Bo Kaap is actually Cape Town’s oldest surviving neighbourhood and is steeped in tradition and culture, with family-owned businesses on every corner. Visiting this Cape Malay enclave not only taught me a lot about the area itself, but the history of Cape Town as a whole.

   Guide to Visiting Bo Kaap: Cape Town’s Most Colourful Neighbourhood!

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   Where is Bo Kaap in Cape Town?

   • Bo Kaap is smack dab in the middle of Cape Town. It’s on the slopes of Signal Hill, right near the city centre, so it’s super easy to get to. In my experience, it only takes 15 minutes (maximum!) to get there from any of the city’s central neighbourhoods. Where to begin?

   Guide to Visiting Bo Kaap: Cape Town’s Most Colourful Neighbourhood!

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   Where did Bo Kaap come from?

   • Bo Kaap started out in 1760 when Dutch colonist Jan de Waal built some small houses in the area which he leased out to slaves. These slaves were mostly Muslims who came from the Dutch East Indies, which included Malaysia. Thus, they became known as “Cape Malay” people – a term that is still used today.

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   Why were the houses in Bo Kaap painted?

   • This act was introduced 1950 and forbade different racial and religious groups from co-existing. Since Bo Kaap had always been a Muslim enclave, it was designated a Muslim-only area and so most Cape Malay people were able to remain. I’m just going to come right out and say it: Nobody REALLY knows why the houses in Bo Kaap were originally painted.

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8. www.pilotplans.com › top-things-to-do-in-cape-townTop Things to Do in Cape Town For First-Time Visitors - Pilot

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   May 10, 2024 · Explore the Historic Bo-Kaap; Nestled under Signal Hill, right on the edge of the Cape Town CBD, the Bo-Kaap is a multicultural area and historically unique neighborhood formerly known as the Malay Quarter, which is world-renowned for its brightly colored houses.