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GRAAFF REINET - LoveToKnow Article on GRAAFF REINET Graaff Reinet is a flourishing market for agricultural produce, the district being noted for its mohair industry, its orchards and vineyards. In 1801 there had been another revolt in Graaff Reinet, but owing to the conciliatory measures of General F. Dundas (acting governor of the Cape) peace was soon restored. GRAAFF REINET - LoveToKnow Article on GRAAFF REINET www.1911encyclopedia.org /G/GR/GRAAFF_REINET.htm   (352 words)

Karoopark Guest House - Accommodation in Graaff Reinet Reinet House was one of the earliest restoration projects in Graaff-Reinet. Graaff-Reinet is home to the well-known Reinet House with its famous water wheel and old vine. Reinet House is a good example of Cape Dutch architecture. www.places.co.za /html/8187.html   (1259 words)

Graaff-Reinet, South Africa Since in the eyes of the settlers the Cape government did not give them sufficient protection against attacks by the local tribes the inhabitants of Graaff-Reinet drove out the landdrost (government administrator) in 1795 and declared the town to be an independent republic. It was named after the then Governor of the colony, Cornelis Jacob van de Graaff (1785-91) and his wife Cornelia Reinet. www.planetware.com /south-africa/graaff-reinet-saf-ec-graf.htm   (290 words)

Karoo Guest House Accommodation Andries Stockenstrom Guest House Established in 1786, Graaff-Reinet was named after Governor van der Graaff and his wife Reinet and was the fourth district in the Cape colony to be granted a Drostdy or seat of local government thus making it the fourth oldest town in South Africa. Being the outpost of white civilisation in a barren and untamed country, it became the most important trading centre with the interior by the middle of the last century. www.stockenstrom.co.za /graafreinet   (711 words)

Graaff Reinet Safaris Graaff Reinet Safaris, in the heart of the Great Karoo, is a first-class hunting outfit operated by the Murray Family. Originally inhabited by San hunter-gatherers and migrating herds of thousands of gazelle, it is today top ranching country - deep-rooted and steep in tradition. www.graaffreinetsafaris.co.za   (93 words)

Graaff Reinet Or visit Reinet House, which forms part of a museum complex of four historic builidings. The imposing stone structure of the Grootkerk at the norhern end of Church Street overlooks the commercial hub of the town. Take a walk down Parsonage Street in the centre of town - on the western end is the seat of the former Dutch authority of the Cape (Drostdy Hotel), while facing it at the estern end lies the erstwhile ecclesiastical power. www.places.co.za /html/graaff_reinet.html   (499 words)

Sun rises on Karoo tequila - SouthAfrica.info The local businessmen formed Reinet Distillers with a view to making a home-grown version of the potent alcoholic drink, famous among jollers the world over. However, after battling to unlock Mexico’s centuries-old secrets of how to make tequila and experiencing technical problems in their factory, Reinet Distillers closed without making a single shot of tequila. But one of its investors, Keith McLachlan from Dimension Data, went into partnership with Swiss-based alcohol distilling and distribution firm Rockwood & Hines to form Agave Distillers, and the factory was revived, thanks to an injection of R10-million. www.southafrica.info /doing_business/sa_trade/exporting/karootequila.htm   (840 words)

Graaff-Reinet - South Africa He determined the borders of his territory in 1786, had an administration building erected - the Drostdy - and named the place after the then Governor Jacob van der Graaff and his wife Cornelia Reinet. www.southafrica-travel.net /eastcape/egraaffr.htm   (209 words)

Graaff-Reinet --  Encyclopædia Britannica Provides an overview on the development of the Van de Graaff generator, and other aspects of the discovery such as Benjamin Franklin's kite, and Telsa coils. Covers topics such as electricity, electrostatics, Van de Graaff generators, and fractals. www.britannica.com /eb/article-9037568   (485 words)

Travel South Africa: Graaff Reinet Today, after 200 million years, the fossils of these early inhabitants are found along the slopes of the hills to the west of Graaff Reinet. The town, which is set in the middle of a nature reserve, shows a strong commitment to preserve its historical, architectural and natural heritage. The building was completed in 1812 and fully restored in 1947 to serve as a cultural history museum. www.travel-2-africa.com /easterncape/graaff-reinet.html   (731 words)

The Glen Bed & Breakfast - Accommodation, Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape Visit historic Graaff-Reinet, which is the fourth oldest town in South Africa. Reinet House museum, the Valley of Desolation and the fossil museum are three of the most visited sights. The Glen is 33 km from Nieu Bethesda and the famous Owl House. www.southafricangateway.com /accm/detail.asp?Property=1863   (268 words)

--[GetawaytoAfrica.com - Getaway magazine]-- The name Graaff-Reinet is a husband and wife combination - it was proclaimed in 1786 by governor of the Cape Cornelius van der Graaff and his wife Reinet - and the town's history is inexorably linked to its Drostdy. Today, as Reinet House, the H-shaped thatched-roof manor with its cobbled wagon yard forms part of the Graaff-Reinet Museum. Unfortunately fungal rot necessitated cutting away some of the stem which was originally 3,10 metres in circumference; but the vine is still growing well after 115 years and was dressed in its golden autumn best when I knelt among the fallen leaves to photograph it. www.getawaytoafrica.com /content/magazine/features/print.asp?id=356   (2366 words)

andries stockenstrom guest house, graaff reinet accommodation Andries Stockenstrom Guest House, Centrally situated in Graaff Reinet accommodation, the fourth oldest town in South Africa , is centrally situated in Graaff Reinet, the fourth oldest town in South Africa. The museum complex with Reinet House as the centrepiece, with exhibits from Victorian dresses to the fossillised remains of Karoo reptiles. www.uyaphi.com /Acc/ec/ECandriesstockenstrom.htm   (407 words)

Graaff Reinet Accommodation De Erf Manor House Bed & Breakfast B&B Accommodation in Graaff-Reinet, Karoo, Eastern Cape Graaff Reinet Accommodation / BandB Accommodation in Graaff Reinet De Erf Manor House - Graaff Reinet, Eastern Cape, South Africa Almost all of the outbuildings used over the years such as the forge, coach house and blacksmith's shop are still intact. www.sa-venues.com /ec/deerf.htm   (878 words)

Graaff-Reinet Visitor Information and Accommodation - South Africa Online Travel Guide It is also recommended to visit the Reinet House in Murray Street, the Old Residency in Parsonage Street, the Old Library and the Drostdy in Church Street. A horse and carriage ride offers a introduction to the well maintained Cape-Dutch architecture of this historic place. It is also worthwhile to take a drive to the spectacular Valley of Desolation and to the www.southafrica-travel.net /eastcape/te_graaf.htm   (365 words)

Graaff Reinet travel guide Graaff Reinet is the jewel of the Karoo The city itself offers you more than 220 Graaff Reinet travel guide - The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and what to see World66 is created and maintained by Oberon Medialab online bureau voor online marketing en internet marketing, Amsterdam 08:58:26 www.world66.com /africa/southafrica/graaff_reinet   (93 words)

IOL: Flying high in Graaff-Reinet If you're into old things, spend a little time drooling in Antiques Reinet in Church Street. It's situated in The Water House, built in 1818, which is full of yellowwood and has one of those really atmospheric kitchens with low ceilings and an immense hearth. www.iol.co.za /index.php?set_id=14&click_id=417&art_id=vn20050701081333459C576788   (1393 words)

Graaff Reinet Accommodation Guest House Graaff Reinet Bed & Breakfast Graaff Reinet Eastern Cape Accommodation Graaff Reinet - South Africa, StaySA - StaySA Accommodation Graaff Reinet - South Africa, StaySA - StaySA Bed & Breakfast Graaff Reinet Eastern Cape Groenvlei Guest House is situated in the heart of the Sneeuberg, close to historical Graaff-Reine... www.staysa.co.za /otheraccommodation_list_Graaff_Reinet.html   (103 words)

Graaff-Reinet : Attractions Frommers.com Of these, Reinet House, a stately Cape Dutch home facing Parsonage Street, is by far the most interesting. Built in 1812 as the Dutch Reformed Church parsonage, its large, airy rooms display period furniture, a collection of antique dolls, and various household objects. www.frommers.com /destinations/graaff-reinet/2482010029.html   (225 words)

Graaff Reinet Graaff-Reinet Eastern Cape South Africa Guide Graaff Reinet Graaff-Reinet Eastern Cape South Africa Guide Established in 1786, this town was named after the Governor of that time - 'van der Graaf' and his wife -'Reinet'. www.graaffreinet.com   (185 words)

Graaff-Reinet Facing it is the erstwhile ecclesiastical power now known as Reinet House museum. www.southafricantours.co.za /Places/EasternCape/Karoo/GraaffReinet/GraaffReinet.htm   (509 words)

Accommodation Graaff-Reinet Graaff-Reinet Accommodation, 12 Accommodation Establishments in Graaff-Reinet This classical guest house is a national monument situated in Graaff Reinet. www.safarinow.com /destinations/Graaff-Reinet?a=11650   (705 words)

Drostdy Hotel. Graaff-Reinet, Graaff Reinet, South Africa - Discounted rates at www.bookings.org A less strenuous stroll or horse drawn carriage ride through the streets of Graaff Reinet leads past a rich heritage of architectural treasures. Graaff-Reinet, Graaff Reinet, South Africa- Discounted rates at www.bookings.org 30 Church Street, 6280 Graaff-Reinet, Graaff Reinet (Show map) www.bookings.org /za/hotels/drostdy?aid%3D300454   (560 words)

Weltevreden - Self-Catering in Graaff-Reinet, Karoo Heartland, Eastern Cape, N9, South Africa Along the R63 between Graaff Reinet and Murraysburg (21kms from GRT) turn onto a dirt road to Nieu Bethesda along the OWL ROUTE. We are 13 kms from Nieu Bethesda, site of Helen Martins' Owl House (inspiration for Athol Fugard's play The Road to Mecca) and 56 kms from the historic town of Graaff Reinet. Directions to Get There : Along the N9 between Graaff Reinet and Middeleburg turn off onto a dirt road to Nieu Bethesda along the OWL ROUTE. www.safarinow.com /go/weltevredenfarm?a=8519&skin=434   (416 words)

Graaff Reinet Accommodation Tours Adventures Tourist Info Graaff Reinet South Africa Graaff Reinet has a selection of adventures from mild to wild Graaff-Reinet is the oldest town in the eastern cape with a huge number of restored historical buildings. Graaff Reinet Accommodation Tours Adventures Tourist Info Graaff Reinet South Africa www.allafricaventures.com /graaff_reinet.htm   (739 words)

Africa Adventure - Accommodation Port Elizabeth, Addo, Graaff Reinet, South Africa. Hotel, Lodge Africa Adventure - Accommodation Port Elizabeth, Addo, Graaff Reinet, South Africa. www.africa-adventure.org /1_englis/southafr/accommo/4_eastcape.html   (39 words)

The Glen Bed & Breakfast - Accommodation in Graaff Reinet The Glen Bed & Breakfast - Accommodation in Graaff Reinet www.places.co.za /html/7483.html   (249 words)

Karoopark Guest House, Graaff-Reinet, South Africa , Graaff-Reinet Withond, the house drink, is locally brewed at the Reinet Museum and no one can leave town without a taste. Visitors can also enjoy tasty meals such as ‘Karoolambtjops’ in the A 'la Carte Restaurant and a range of other traditional Karoo meals are on offer by prior arrangement. Karoopark Guest House has a swimming pool where guests can relax. www.realadventures.com /listings/1030949.htm   (303 words)

Graaff-Reinet on Encyclopedia.com Pietermaritzburg East London Port Elizabeth Pretoria Johannesburg Kimberley Beaufort West Umtata Mosselbaai George Knysna Paarl Worcester Graaff- Reinet Cradock Mmabatho Pietersburg Germiston South Africa Botswana Les. A free trial at HighBeam will give you more info than you can handle. www.encyclopedia.com /html/G/GraaffR1e.asp   (201 words)

Andries Stockenstorm Guest House Guesthouse Guest Houses Guesthouses B&B's B&B Bed and Breakfast Accommodation Graaff Reinet Situated in the historic town, Graaff-Reinet, the centre of the Karoo Midlands, this guest house is one of the culinary oases of South Africa. Andries Stockenstorm Guest House Guesthouse Guest Houses Guesthouses B&B's B&B Bed and Breakfast Accommodation Graaff Reinet A beautiful old manor house in the heart of Graaff-Reinet www.stockenstrom.co.za   (148 words)

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