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Campanile Memorial
Location : Eastern Cape > Gqeberha > Central
The Campanile was erected to commemorate the landing of the 1820 Settlers and is situated at the entrance to the railway station and docks in Strand Street, the spot where it is said the settlers landed in Port Elizabeth. The architects were Jones & McWilliams with construction starting in 1920...
Hillside House (NMMU Campus)
Location : Eastern Cape > Gqeberha > Central
Built in the early 1830’s for Harbour Master Edward Wallace, the house was extensively altered in about 1881 for the General Manager of the Bank of Africa.
Used for a time as a students residence, the house was restored by the University of Port Elizabeth in 1995 to provide offices.
Donkin Reserve - Pyramid and Lighthouse
Location : Eastern Cape > Gqeberha > Central
The Donkin Reserve is one of Gqeberha’s (formerly Port Elizabeth’s) most iconic and historically significant landmarks, offering breathtaking views of the city, the harbour, and Algoa Bay. Situated on a small hill overlooking the city centre, the reserve forms part of Route 67, a celebrated...
Fort Frederick
Location : Eastern Cape > Gqeberha > Central
Fort Frederick, Port Elizabeth, which is located along Belmont Terrace, Central, is a stone fort built in 1799 by the British Forces to defend the mouth of the Baakens River.
Flemming House (NMMU Campus)
Location : Eastern Cape > Gqeberha > Central
Fleming House, which stands just below Cora Terrace, was built in 1851 by William Fleming, a leading merchant of Port Elizabeth and a Member of the Legislative Council. It was built in the Regency style with a verandah showing Chinese influence. Inside is a remarkable cast-iron spiral staircase....
Donkin Street Houses
Location : Eastern Cape > Gqeberha > Central
The Donkin Street houses were built between 1860 and 1880. The row of terraced houses, each lower than the preceding one, is remarkable in that they are integrated in a single unit. The whole street was declared a national monument in 1967. The land was created by filling in the natural kloof.
Pearson Congregational Church
Location : Eastern Cape > Gqeberha > Central
Pearson Congregational Church, a striking example of 19th-century ecclesiastical architecture, stands as a significant spiritual and historical landmark. Located in Central Gqeberha, the church was designed by renowned architect James Bisset and officially opened its doors in September 1881. The...
GFI Art Gallery
Location : Eastern Cape > Gqeberha > Central
Passionate supporters of the Eastern Cape, The GFI Art Gallery aims to enable, express and enhance artists by showcasing their work in order to promote pride in the city and enjoyment in the arts.
St. Augustines Roman Catholic Cathedral
Location : Eastern Cape > Gqeberha > Central
Across the road from the Opera House stands St. Augustine’s Cathedral. The church was built under the direction of Father Thomas Murphy the foundation stone being laid in December 1861. The building was not finished until 1866 when it was consecrated by Bishop Patrick Moran. Father Murphy...
Cathedral of St. Mary the Virgin (Anglican)
Location : Eastern Cape > Gqeberha > Central
Just off Main Street and opposite the Library is the Collegiate Church of St Mary the Virgin. The Church was founded at a meeting of citizens under the chainuanship of Captain Francis Evatt on 26 April 1824. The foundation stone of the Church building was laid on 5 October 1825, and in the same...
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