Simon’s town Museum
There is a long history of human occupation in the South Peninsula. Some history since the settlement of Europeans is recorded at this building which dates back to the VOC period. It was built in 1777 as the winter residence of the VOC Governor at the Cape of Good Hope. when on official business at Simon’s Bay. Simon’s Bay was officially named by VOC Governor Simon van der Stel in 1687. The refreshment station of Simonsvlek was officially established in 1743 by the VOC, who administered the maritime port until the First British Occupation (1795-1803). The Cape was under the authority of the Batavian Republic from 1803 until 1806. Then the Second British Occupation from 1806 to 1813. Until 1957 Simon’s Town was the official base of the Royal Navy in the South Atlantic.
Simon’s Town Museum is said to be home to a haunted painting. This painting is of a young lady. When people take photos of this painting they inexplicably cannot be developed. Admiralty House in Simon’s Town is also well-known for the spirits of deceased naval officers. There is also the ghost of a woman who wears a grey dress and is resident there.
Court Rd, Simon’s Town
