Huguenot Monument
516
Address
Huguenot Road
Date Built
Suggested Grading
IIIA
Property Number
516
Present NHRA protection
S37
Older than 60 years - at time of survey
yes
Description
The granite monument was designed by J.C. Jongens, completed in 1945. It has three tall arches, a central figure and a curved background colonnade and reflecting pool.
Details
Valley
Franschhoek Valley (H01-H16)
Area
Historic Franschhoek (H01-H09)
Landscape Unit
H01
Townscape
Landscape Unit Grade
Grade II
Architect / Builder
Current Use
Monument
Original Use
Monument since 1943
General Evaluation
Interior Description
History
Grouping with other sites
Evidence of Demolition
Contextual Design
Invasive Elements
None
Heritage Vulnerability
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Latitude/Longitude
-33.9142283333 / 19.1236283333
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Additional Information
Additional Documents
Survey
2016
Circa
Admin Area
Allotment
Zoning
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Date of survey
2016
Linked to erf/erven
Linked Address
Environment
Valley PDF
AREA PDF
Landscape Unit PDF
Townscape PDF
2016 Survey Document - Site PDF
OTHER DOCUMENTS
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NHRA Significance
Age
Archaeology
Architectural
Associational
Intangible
* SCALE USED: High / Medium / Low / None
Rarity
Representivity
Scientific
Symbolic
Statement of Significance
The Huguenot Monument is a unique landmark and has notable cultural and historic significance.
Landscape Significance
Landmark
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Additional Photos
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