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farm. In 1786, Alexander van Breda became owner, and the entire farm complex was renamed Boshof. Van Breda probably built the gate at his house's entryway. The subdivision of Boshof was founded in 1905 with the layout of the
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After the municipal government restored it in 1940, it was declared a national monument in 1941. Today, it is a provincial heritage site.
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style with graceful and impressive posts. On both sides of the gate are wide seams with pillars. This gate leads to one of the oldest
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is one of the best-preserved Cape farm entrances from the 18th century. It is located in
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