Old Fort & Constitution Hill

Old Fort & Constitution Hill

Johannesburg

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Old Fort & Constitution Hill

Old Fort & Constitution Hill
The site of an infamous prison reborn as the superb Constitutional Court, art gallery and museum. The history of Constitution Hill dates back to 1892; a prison turned military defence post during the South African War. These buildings were known as "the Fort", and have through the years incarcerated the likes of Mahatma Gandhi. In 1964 the Fort was declared a National Monument, and in the late 90's it was chosen the new Constitutional Court.

Information

  • address11 Kotze Road, Johannesburg
  • emailinfo@constitutionhill.org.za
  • openingHoursDaily 9am–5pm
  • phone+27 11 381 3100
  • websiteVisit website

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