The Taalmonument on Paarl Mountain is a fascinating step back into the past. Built in 1975, and designed by architect Jan van Wijk, it acknowledges the influence of a variety of languages such as Dutch, Malay, Malay-Portuguese, Arabic, French, German, English, and the indigenous Khoi and African languages, on the development of Afrikaans. Guided tours are available on request.
Volksmond Coffee Shop is an ideal venue for Sunday lunches and sundowners, as well as for family gatherings and year-end functions. They also sell picnic baskets to be enjoyed whilst revelling in the spectacular views of the Winelands.
The Monument with its exotic garden is an easy access point to a variety of hiking and biking trails on Paarl Mountain. Popular events include full moon picnics and stargazing evenings during the summer months. Two amphitheaters are available for public and private events. The monument is an excellent venue for weddings, wedding photography and commercial photo and film shoots.
Admission: Adults: R12-00, Students: R5-00 and Learners: R2-00 Opening times: Mon. – Sun.: 08:00 - 17:00 (Apr. to Sep.) 08:00 – 20:00 (Oct. to Mar.) Vir inligting in Afrikaans besoek ons webtuiste.
Die Afrikaanse Taalmuseum, situated in the historic centre of Paarl, explores the origins of the Afrikaans language. Afrikaans’ roots can be traced back to three continents; Africa, Asia and Europe and its development was influenced by Dutch, Malay, Malay-Portuguese, Arabic, French, German, English and the indigenous Khoi and African languages. The museum’s focus is on experience – its interactive, multimedia exhibitions give the visitor a hands-on experience of Afrikaans, its history, its dialects, its people and its peculiarities. This museum, although very small in comparison to most other museums, is regarded as one of the leading institutions in South Africa in the field of displaying intangible heritage. Guided tours are available on request. In Oom Gideon se Winkel visitors can buy books, CD’s, T-shirts with Afrikaans poems, and craft and delicacies from years gone by.
Admission: Adults: R12-00 Students: R5-00 Learners: R2-00
Opening times: Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 16:00
Vir inligting in Afrikaans besoek ons webtuiste.
De Poort community project will be an exciting, vibrant, heritage tourism venue. Phase 1 construction is scheduled for 2006. In an open environment with stunning views, interlocking public courtyards will provide for entertainment, crafts, cart rides, games and food.
Tel: 021-863-5009
Fax: 021-863-5280
Address: 22 Louws Avenue, Paarl South
Situated in the Oude Pastorie. Superb collection of Cape Antiques, artefacts, documents and photographs that portray the collective heritage and development of Paarl.
Visiting Hours: Weekdays: 09:00 - 17:00 Saturdays: 09:00 - 13:00
Closed on Sundays. Public Holidays (except Religous): 09:00 - 14:00
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