Private Township Tour 1-7 people
Description
Explore District Six, where 60,000 inhabitants were forcibly removed during the 1970s by the apartheid regime. Drive to Langa and learn the history of the oldest township at sites like the Old Pass Office and the monument to Robert Sobukwe. Learn about life during apartheid on a walking tour of the hostels and shacks. Visit a shebeen (Pub) and try some homemade beer. See a traditional healer in action, and then drive through the Bonteheuwel township, reserved for the "colored" community during the days of apartheid. Hear about the division of people and its impact. See the Gugulethu 7 Memorial to the members of an anti-apartheid group killed by the South African Police in 1986, and the memorial to the American student Amy Biehl, murdered by PAC supporters in 1993.
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District Six in Cape Town, South Africa, holds significant historical and cultural importance. It was originally established as a mixed community of freed slaves, merchants, artisans, and immigrants in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The area thrived as a vibrant and diverse neighborhood, characterized by its rich cultural tapestry and close-knit community. However, during the apartheid era in the 1960s, District Six was designated as a "whites-only" area under the Group Areas Act of 1950. This led to the forced removal of over 60,000 residents, who were predominantly people of color, from their homes.
Langa Township is one of the oldest townships in Cape Town, South Africa, and is located approximately 11 kilometers from the city center. It holds significant historical and cultural importance as it was established in the early 20th century as a result of apartheid-era forced removals, similar to many other townships in South Africa.
Guga S'thebe Cultural Centre is an important community space located in the township of Langa in Cape Town, South Africa. It serves as a hub for cultural activities, arts, and community development initiatives.
Walkabout to visit the homes, schools, and informal settlements. You have the opportunity to taste our traditional beer. you also visit the traditional healer on your walkabout.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels