Robben Island - UNESCO World Heritage Site

South Africa / Western Cape / Cape Town /
 museum, island, UNESCO World Heritage Site
Once a British leper colony, this island became infamous as the prison of political opponents, most notably Nelson Mandela.

During the Second World War, the island was a primary defense position for Cape Town, and today one can still find underground hospitals and bunkers.

The island is a nature reserve, a living museum and a
UNESCO World Heritage Site

The name "robben " originates from the Dutch word Robben , which is seal in English.
The island used to have tall trees that were all harvested.

There was recent controversy surrounding the hunting of ( Exotic ) rabbits. The hunting was promoted to protect the natural Fynboss flora
www.robben-island.org.za/
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robben_Island
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Coordinates:   33°48'18"S   18°22'10"E

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  • More information on the UNESCO, pls visit http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/916