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Greenmarket Square

Cape Town

South Africa

Contributed by 
Project for Public Spaces
 on 
May 18, 2005
May 1, 2024

A cobblestone square in the center of Cape Town where browsers comb through displays of traditional African crafts, curios and clothes.

What makes it Great?

Why it doesn't work?

This square, central to Cape Town, became a farmer's market in 1710 and since then has become primarily patronised by curio sellers. The market is surrounded by beautiful old buildings, some of which have been converted into hotels. Facing the market on street level is a good selection of boutiques and bistros.

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*Please note that these Hall of Shame nominations were written in a moment in time (most over a decade ago) and likely have since changed or even been transformed. If the above entry is now great, or still not so great, go ahead and comment below on how it has evolved or nominate it as a great place.

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