Dutch Reformed Church - Swellendam, South Africa
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S 34° 01.073 E 020° 26.786
34H E 448889 N 6235723
In most Cape towns there is always a Dutch Reformed church. Swellendam is no exception. Founded in 1798 and later held its services in the old "Oefenings Huis" which was built in 1838. The current building was built in the early 20th century.
Waymark Code: WMHHP2
Location: Western Cape, South Africa
Date Posted: 07/13/2013
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The corner-stone of this building was laid on 25 November 1910. The church with its diversity of architectural syles; incorporating Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and other Cape styles; was officially inaugurated on 10 June 1911 by Prof. C F J Muller. The decorated entrance archway and gates are the only remains of the earlier church of 1802.
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