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Castle of Good Hope
Attraction
4.3 (11341 reviews)
Expansive, 17th-century, colonial castle housing military & historical art museums.
Darling St & Buitenkant St, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
+27 12 461 4673
Did You Know?
7 facts
1666
Construction Start
The Castle of Good Hope's construction began in 1666, replacing an earlier fort built by the Dutch East India Company.
Pentagon
Unique Shape
The castle is a distinctive pentagonal structure, designed to provide optimal defense against potential attacks.
1936
Historical Monument
The Castle of Good Hope was declared a historical monument in 1936, recognizing its significant cultural and architectural value.
Dungeon
Creepy Attraction
Visitors can explore the castle's dungeon, a fascinating (and slightly creepy) reminder of its past use as a prison.
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