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De Waterkant

de Waterkant

History of De Waterkant

Province Western Cape
Coordinates 33°54′55″S 18°25′08″E
Area 0.30 km2ter
Municipality City Of Cape Town

This is a sub-district of Green Point which is often called the pink district. De Waterkant’s history dates back to the 18th century when it was part of the original settlement of Cape Town. The area was initially developed as a multicultural neighbourhood, home to freed slaves, artisans, and merchants. Over the years, it has undergone a significant transformation, evolving from a working-class area to one of Cape Town’s most sought-after neighbourhoods. The buildings are a mixture of Georgian and Cape Dutch styles. Many of these have been restored, preserving their historic character while integrating contemporary elements.

Post code for de waterkant is 8001

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Useful Numbers

  • Police: 021 403 1000 (Table Bay Harbour Police Station)
  • Traffic department: 0860 103 089 (Gallows Hill)
  • Municipality 0860 103 089
  • Fire: Central fire station 021 444 8963
  • Water:0860 103 089
  • Electricity:0860 103 089
  • Ambulance: 10177- Cape Metro Council- 021 487 2045
  • Post office;021 464 1707
  • Library– Cape Town central-021 444 0209
  • Closest hospital/clinic; Netcare Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital-021 441 0000
  • Pharmacy; Cape Quarter 021 418 0360
  • SPCA:021 700 4140
  • Schools; Vega School Cape Town-021 461 8089

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