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The Bo-Kaap (lit. "above the Cape" in Afrikaans) is an area of Cape Town, South Africa formerly known as the Malay Quarter. It is a former racially segregated area, situated on the slopes of Signal Hill above the city centre and is a historical centre of Cape Malay culture in Cape Town.
After Tuan Guru was released from Robben island he lived in Bo-Kaap with his wife, Kaija van de Kaap, for the rest of his life. 1794 he started the mosque and called it Auwal Masjid. In the 1930s the mosque was renovated and the minaret and facade were added.
Bo-Kaap, Cape Town. Situated at the foot of Signal Hill, on the fringe of the City Centre, and formerly known as the Malay Quarter, the Bo-Kaap’s origins date back to the 1760 's, when numerous “ huurhuisjes ”; which means, (rental houses). Were built and leased to slaves by the Dutch Colonists.
May 23, 2016 · Discover Bo Kaap in Cape Town, South Africa: Formerly known as the Malay Quarter, Bo Kaap is a colorfully-painted suburb located in the “Mother City” of South Africa.
May 6, 2024 · A guide to visiting Bo Kaap, Cape Town's iconic colourful neighbourhood. I'll share what to see and most importantly, where to eat and drink!
May 15, 2019 · Read all about Cape Town's colorful Bo-Kaap neighborhood, including the area's history, its rich Cape Malay culture and the best ways to visit.
Oct 15, 2015 · In the article below Lesley T Townsend takes a brief look at the history and architectural style of the Bo-Kaap as well as the major restoration project that took place in the early 1970s.
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