Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum
Museum · Malay Quarter ·
Colorful historic district with museums, mosques, and vibrant houses
Colorful historic district with museums, mosques, and vibrant houses
"The Bo-Kaap was one of the few Cape Town neighborhoods to escape apartheid's bulldozers—the cluster of bright buildings, once known as the Malay Quarter, housed many of the slaves who worked for the 17th-century Dutch colonialists. In this colorful area, you can also see some of the oldest, most beautiful mosques in the country, including the Auwal Mosque on Dorp Street. Upscale shops have been moving in lately, but don't miss one of the originals, the spice merchant Atlas Trading Company. To go back in time, explore the Bo-Kaap Museum, furnished like the house of a typical 19th-century Muslim family."
"Most people just pop into Bo-Kaap for the perfect Instagram shot—those rainbow-bright row houses make for a great backdrop. But there's much more to this neighborhood than a quick photo op. This historic Muslim enclave is home to members of the vibrant and close-knit Cape Malay community, and this small museum right in the middle of Wale Street is a wonderful primer on the area's history, giving you some of the context you need to explore the neighborhood with respect and understanding." - Sarah Khan
"A local museum that offers visitors a glimpse into the history and everyday life of the Cape Malay community, providing cultural and historical context that helps explain the neighbourhood's culinary traditions and social heritage." - Sophie Baker
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