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The historic town of Muizenberg celebrates its rich heritage this September.
On 1 September, Barrie Gasson explores Muizenberg’s development as a resort town following the arrival of the railway in 1882 in an illustrated talk entitled Muizenberg: The Brighton of South Africa.
On 6 September, Chris Taylor leads a walking tour exploring the Battle of Muizenberg which includes a visit to the Battle Site. The Battle Site has recently been declared a Provincial Heritage Site.
On 13 September, Brett McDougall leads a walking tour which uncovers the rich social history and architectural heritage of Muizenberg Village.
The second annual Muizenberg Literary Heritage Festival takes place at Rhodes Cottage in Muizenberg on 20, 21, 27 and 28 September 2025. This year patrons can enjoy four fascinating talks, a travel writing workshop, a talk on Sir Herbert Baker’s connection to Muizenberg and a screening of a documentary on his South African period, have historic maps evaluated, and browse and purchase collectable books and books by Muizenberg authors.
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Excavations made in the ongoing beachfront upgrade at Surfer's Corner have revealed the foundations of the Beach Hotel, constructed before 1905 on the area of beach road that is now a parking lot. The building was demolished in 1905. See the Beach Hotel through historic photos in the photo essay.
Surfer's Corner legend Nicky Hough provided a rapt audience with a fascinating history of surfing at Muizenberg, in an illustrated talk held at Zandvlei Lookout on 24 April. Watch a recording of the talk
here.
Seven Kramats in Cape Town have been declared National Monuments, including that of Sayed Abdul Aziz in Muizenberg. The Kramat is situated on the western edge of Muizenberg Park.
The seven kramats form a "Circle of Islam" in the Cape, and represent the advent of Islam to Southern Africa. It was only possible to openly practice Islam in the Cape after 1804.