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  Stellenbosch - Encyclopedia.WorldSearch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Stellenbosch is the second oldest European settlement in South Africa after Cape Town, and is located in the Western Cape Province.
The Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschoek valleys form the Cape Winelands, the largest of the two main wine growning regions in South Africa.
The Stellenbosch wine route, established in 1971 is world renowned and a common tourist destination.
encyclopedia.worldsearch.com /stellenbosch.htm   (460 words)

  
 Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch is situated in the fertile Jonkershoek river valley and boasts a mild Mediterranean climate with rainy winters and hot summers.
Stellenbosch is a haven for tourists who have time to walk around and savour the atmosphere of this unique town with oak-lined streets and ater furrows.
The University of Stellenbosch is an intergral part of the history and atmosphere of the town.
www.places.co.za /html/stellenbosch.html   (608 words)

  
 Stellenbosch, Western Cape - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Stellenbosch is rapidly merging with other surrounding urban settlements.
The town is also home to the University of Stellenbosch, which was founded as the Stellenbosch Gymnasium on 1 March 1866.
The town grew so fast that it became an independent local authority in 1682 and the seat of a magistrate with jurisdiction over 25 000 square kilometres in 1685.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Stellenbosch   (393 words)

  
 Stellenbosch -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The town is also home to the (Click link for more info and facts about University of Stellenbosch) University of Stellenbosch, which was founded as the Stellenbosch Gymnasium on 1 March (Click link for more info and facts about 1866) 1866.
The Stellenbosch, (Click link for more info and facts about Paarl) Paarl and (Click link for more info and facts about Franschoek) Franschoek valleys form the Cape Winelands, the largest of the two main wine growning regions in South Africa.
The Stellenbosch wine route, established in 1971 is world renowned and a common (Someone who travels for pleasure) tourist destination.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/s/st/stellenbosch.htm   (338 words)

  
 Stellenbosch, centre of the Cape Winelands near Cape Town - South Africa
Stellenbosch, the second oldest town in South Africa, was developed from a settlement of Dutch immigrants to whom arable land on the banks of the Eerste Rivier (first river) was given.
Stellenbosch became a border town and the last outpost before the wild, uninhabited hinterland in the north-east.
Nowadays, Stellenbosch has some 50,000 inhabitants and is the centre of the wealthy wine-growing area of the Cape.
southafrica-travel.net /westcape/cawi_03.htm   (270 words)

  
 Stellenbosch - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about Stellenbosch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The site of Stellenbosch was selected by Simon Van der Stel, one of the earliest and most progressive governors of the Cape.
The town is a centre of Afrikaner culture.
Stellenbosch University was founded in 1918; James Barry Hertzog, Jan Christian Smuts, and F D Malan, all prime ministers of South Africa, were educated here.
encyclopedia.farlex.com /Stellenbosch   (184 words)

  
 The Villiage Museum of Stellenbosch
This home was built in 1709, and it survived the first great fire in Stellenbosch, Schreuderhuis is the oldest restored and documented town house in the whole of South Africa.
The interior furnishing and the garden are typical of a Stellenbosch home from the period of 1680 - 1720, in true pioneer spirit much of the furniture was made from locally available materials.
This house is built in the typical 18 th Century Cape style, with 6 gables in an H shaped ground plan.
www.museums.org.za /stellmus/village_museum.htm   (501 words)

  
 Stellenbosch University   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Stellenbosch University is an internationally recognised university with about 150 departments in 10 faculties and more than 40 research (and other) institutions.
Stellenbosch is a university town with a population of about 90 000, excluding students.
The medium of tuition for undergraduate and several honours courses at Stellenbosch University is Afrikaans.
www.studysa.co.za /uni/stellen.html   (538 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - Stellenbosch (South African Political Geography) - Encyclopedia
Other industries include sawmilling and the manufacture of bricks and tiles.
Stellenbosch, founded in 1680, is the oldest European town in South Africa after Cape Town.
The Univ. of Stellenbosch, a theological seminary, a technical college, and a teachers college are in the city.
reference.allrefer.com /encyclopedia/S/Stellenb.html   (159 words)

  
 Stellenbosch Accommodation / Accommodation in Stellenbosch, Western Cape
In the heart of South Africa's Wine Route, this is an ideal base from which to explore the Cape Peninsula, see the whales (in season) and explore the variety of small towns and diverse scenery of the area.
Situated in the historical university town of Stellenbosch in the heart of the Cape Winelands, surrounded by mountain views.
Elegance and ambience are the bywords of this gracious Country Inn in the heart of historic Stellenbosch.
www.places.co.za /cgib/accommodation/accinfo?city=Stellenbosch   (251 words)

  
 Property Pro - Property Stellenbosch South Africa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Stellenbosch is well known for some of the finest wine farms in the world, boasts one of the best universites in South Africa, and has an excellent infrastructure.
The Stellenbosch Museum is a regional museum which collects, restores, displays and interprets artefacts and publishes articles and books on subjects which relate to the history of the District of Stellenbosch.
Stellenbosch is the center of the country's wine industry, and is also home to the world-renowned 'Maties' University of stellenbosch.
www.propertypro.co.za   (2741 words)

  
 Stellenbosch Accommodation - Where to Stay Travel Guide South Africa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The Stellenbosch Accommodation, Travel and Business Directory attempts to gather in one place information of use to visitors, tourists, residents and anyone with an interest in the Stellenbosch area and it's environs.
Stellenbosch developed from a colony of settlers to whom land has been granted on the banks of the Eerste River.
The town of Stellenbosch itself has a very last century European feel to it with wide avenues lined with oak trees, a university and many buildings in the Cape Dutch Style.
www.frguide.com /stellenbosch.htm   (265 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Stellenbosch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
March 1 is the 60th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (61st in leap years).
Events January 24 - King Charles II of England disbands Parliament August 7 - The brigantine Le Griffon, which was commissioned by René Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, is towed to the southern end of the Niagara River, to become the first ship to sail the upper Great Lakes.
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www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Stellenbosch   (997 words)

  
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Villa Grande is a warm hearted, Tuscan-style villa situated in a quiet street in the centre of Historic Stellenbosch.
Jonkershuis Guesthouse is situated in the heart of the valley at the foothills of the Stellenbosch Mountains.
Le Pommier is situated in the heart of the Winelands on the Helshoogte Pass (R310) with spectacular views of the Banhoek Valley and Simonsberg Mountain.
www.gardenroute.co.za /sbosch/listings.htm   (670 words)

  
 Stellenbosch South Africa Wine Accommodation Real Estate
It is also the perfect base from which to explore the magnificent surrounding countryside or take day trips to Cape Point and Table Mountain, a helicopter ride, or to take a boat or fishing trip off one of the Cape's famous beaches.
Stellenbosch is situated in the heart of the celebrated Cape Wine Route close to many of the Cape's most celebrated wine farms where one can taste and purchase wines from the various estates.
Discover the rich natural beauty of the Stellenbosch Winelands on foot, horseback, from a hot air balloon or on a mountain bike.
gardenroute.org /sbosch   (351 words)

  
 Stellenbosch - General information
The heart of South Africa's wine industry, Stellenbosch is a place of great beauty and culture that's steeped in South African tradition.
The Stellenbosch Wine Route is arguably the country's most famous, and the Stellenbosch Wine of Origin area includes 106 cellars - most of which are open to the public.
An important cultural centre, Stellenbosch has many galleries and museums housing important national and international art collections and the Stellenbosch Conservatoire is the country's oldest music school.
www.stellenbosch.org.za   (330 words)

  
 Stellenbosch - Western Cape South Africa
Stellenbosch in the Western Cape of South Africa is the heart of the Cape Winelands.
Stellenbosch was the second town to be founded in South Africa in 1685, and Governor Simon van der Stel found the area so much to his liking that he called it after himself.
The Oak lined streets of Stellenbosch are always busy as this is an important university town, where they only recently decided to lecture in English as well as Afrikaans.
www.south-africa-tours.com /stellenbosch.html   (347 words)

  
 Accommodation Stellenbosch | Stellenbosch Accommodation, 41 Accommodation Establishments in Stellenbosch
Situated in the historical university town of Stellenbosch, in the heart of the Cape Winelands, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views.
Orchard Lane is situated in a quiet mature suburb in Stellenbosch, a stones throw from the gurgling Eerste River.
This self catering establishment is situated in Stellenbosch, the heart of the Winelands.
www.safarinow.com /Destinations/Stellenbosch?skin=437   (750 words)

  
 Stellenbosch University
The Stellenbosch University Choir sang for the Chancellor, Prof Elize Botha, with their usual enthusiasm and musical expertise at the annual Chancellor’s Concert on Saturday evening.
A group of about 300 students, who are concerned about the position of Afrikaans at Stellenbosch University, attended a meeting in the Sanlam Hall yesterday evening to show their support towards a petition that was handed over to the Rector, Prof Chris Brink, this morning.
Mr Reenen du Plessis, the Director: Facilities Management at Stellenbosch University, was chosen as the President of the Higher Education Facilities Management Association of Southern Africa (HEFMA) — an international association for the management of facilities at higher education institutions in South Africa, as well as Southern Africa — last week.
www.sun.ac.za /index.asp   (291 words)

  
 Properties in Stellenbosch to rent and for sale   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Stellenbosch, the country's second oldest town, after Cape Town, was founded in 1679.
Situated close to Cape Town and surrounded by the magnificent mountain scenery of the Jonkershoek valley.
Furthermore, the Stellenbosch wine region is one of the oldest in the Southern Hemisphere and very highly regarded.
www.homenetstellenbosch.co.za   (157 words)

  
 South African Luxury Holiday villa in Stellenbosch with Private pool and Wineland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
It is in the heart of the winelands and produces many fine wines as well as being home to numerous world class golf courses.
Stellenbosch is surrounded by spectacular mountains and breathtaking scenery and there are many country walks through the mountains (some of these may need to be guided).
Our Stellenbosch villas are both enclosed to provide you with maximum privacy during your stay.
www.southafrica.uk.com   (201 words)

  
 Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch is situated 50 km North-East of Cape Town and surrounded by a world famous wine region.
Stellenbosch is an Afrikaans town which is quickly growing with immigrants coming from all parts of the world.
Op Stellenbosch het ek geleer om met die oog van 'n digter waar te neem.
www.stellenboschwriters.com /stboschm.html   (239 words)

  
 Bookeasy SA - Stellenbosch
Orchard Lane is situated in a leafy suburb of Stellenbosch...
Alluvia is situated in the breathtaking Banhoek Valley....
Barlinka is a self-catering apartment with breathtaking views of Stellenbosch.
www.bookeasysa.com /stellenbosch_accommodation.html   (234 words)

  
 Hazendal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Set in the picturesque wine producing valley of the Bottelary Road, lies Hazendal, one of the oldest and most beautifulwine farms in th Stellenbosch area.
With a history dating back to 1699, Hazendal was purchased in 1994 by Dr. Mark Voloshin (Chairman of the International Marvol Group) who restored this historic property back to its former glory, forging a fascinating blend of Cape Dutch and Russian cultures.
Picnics are popular in the summer season and morning teas are served in the surrounding gardens with splendid views overlooking the Stellenbosch mountains.
www.hazendal.co.za   (267 words)

  
 Morgenhof Wine Estate   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
With her purchase of the Morgenhof wine farm in 1993, Madame Anne Cointreau-Huchon started on an epic journey of developing the sleepy Morgenhof farm into the internationally recognized estate and brand it has become.
Morgenhof Wine estate, amongst the top five wine farms to visit in the Cape winelands as well as one of the sought-after wedding venues in the Western Cape.
The birds' beauty and exuberance are reflected in the character of the range of wines, which includes a rosé, a white and three red wines.
www.morgenhof.com   (374 words)

  
 Stellenbosch Authors, Index   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
This website was created to collect information on Stellenbosch authors for a book : Stellenbosch Writers Gallery.
It has grown into something much bigger, showing a lot of information on the beautiful university town Stellenbosch and surroundings with many photos and picture galleries.
Stellenbosch Writers: More than 500 published authors who live(d) or studied in Stellenbosch.
www.stellenboschwriters.com   (88 words)

  
 Stellenbosch Accommodation | Accommodation in Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands
HAZELWOOD HOUSE - Stellenbosch Accommodation: Hazelwood House is situated on the slopes of Stellenbosch Mountain, in a peaceful, safe residential area only 3 minutes' drive from the centre of Stellenbosch.
STELLENBOSCH HOTEL - Stellenbosch Accommodation: Enjoy old world charm with air-conditioned modern comforts and friendly, attentive hospitality in the historic center of Stellenbosch, the capital of South Africa’s most famous wine route.
VILLA GRANDE - Stellenbosch Accommodation: Villa Grande is a warm hearted Tuscan-style villa situated in the heart of historic Stellenbosch.
www.sa-venues.com /accommodation/wc_stellenbosch.htm   (1050 words)

  
 Stellenbosch Accommodation Western Cape South Africa
This unique mansion, originally built in 1904, was designed by an Italian architect and has been lovingly restored to meet the demands of the modern traveller.
Summerwood, situated in the beautiful university town of Stellenbosch, only 20 minutes from Cape Town International Airport, Offers 9-en-suite bedrooms, each individually and tastefully decorate to provide the warmth and relaxation that only a home can satisfy.
Crofters is situated in the heart of the valley at the foothills of the Stellenbosch Mountains.
gardenroute.org /sbosch/accom   (727 words)

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