On 7 October 1983, the University of Cape Town's Groote Schuur (translated as "big barn") Campus was declared a national monument.
Originally, in 1829, South African College (later renamed to University of Cape Town) trained students in a building in Long Street. In 1841 they moved to Government Avenue, before finally taking occupation of the Groote Schuur campus in 1928.
Today, the buildings remind me of those old English school buildings that you'd expect to find Harry Potter frequenting. The campus is definitely worth a visit, so if you have some time on your hands to walk around and observe students in their natural habitat, make a turn past the Groote Schuur Campus - here's a map to this exact spot. :)
Dr S
It is indeed a beautiful campus. I was lucky enough to spend the first year of our six year medical degree there before being banished to medical school campus in Observatory, which was much less beautiful.
Paul
Post authorDr S, I love your writing style. That baggage problem that kids often have… I so hear you. :D
Dr S
Thanks Paul! My brother thinks I’m far too verbose.
Really adore your blog, it’s a daily stop during my cyber-travelling!
Paul
Post authorHeh heh, no, your writing is great. Kerry-Anne and I were just laughing about the “sore sound”. :D