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What to do and see in Grahamstown, Eastern Cape: The Best Free Things to do
Grahamstown (Afrikaans: Grahamstad, Xhosa: iRhini) is a town of about 70,000 people in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. It is situated about 110 kilometres (70 mi) northeast of Port Elizabeth and 130 kilometres (80 mi) southwest of East London. Grahamstown is the largest town in the Makana Local Municipality, and the seat of the municipal council. It also hosts Rhodes University, the Eastern Cape Division of the High Court, and a diocese of the Anglican Church of Southern Africa and 6 South African Infantry Battalion.
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1. Cathedral of St Michael and St George
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4.5 based on 67 reviews
This stately cathedral’s prominent tower dominates High Street.
Reviewed By Wendles542 - Cape Town, South Africa
Went to listen to a choral recital by the Kwantu choir during the Grahamstown festival. Gorgeous stained glass windows and tapestries adorn the church. Lovely sculpture of Reverend Trevor Huddleston, with accompanying info about him and his work against racial prejudice.
2. St Patrick's Catholic Church
3. 1820 Settlers National Monument
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4.0 based on 79 reviews
This memorial on Gunfire Hill is dominated by the stunning Settlers Garden.
Reviewed By JamesFoucheWrites - George, South Africa
To some the history of the British 1820 Settlers can invoke strong feelings. The most amazing thing I noted about this monument, was how the rich history of Makhanda morphed around the old history. While it is called the Settlers Monument, the Battle of Grahamstown made for a more fascinating history lesson.
