Egyptian Building, Provincial heritage site in Cape Town, South Africa
The Egyptian Building features architectural elements inspired by ancient Egyptian design, with intricate carvings and decorative motifs adorning its exterior walls.
The structure dates from the early 20th century when Egyptian-influenced architecture gained popularity across different regions during the colonial period in South Africa.
Heritage Western Cape recognizes this building as a significant example of architectural fusion between European construction methods and North African decorative elements.
The Egyptian Building stands at coordinates -33.930344 latitude and 18.413935 longitude, near other architectural landmarks in central Cape Town.
Local preservation efforts maintain the original hieroglyphic patterns and symbols that cover the building's facade, representing a specific period in architectural history.
Location: Cape Town
GPS coordinates: -33.93034,18.41393
Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:20
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