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Philippolis Publicity
Tel: 084 581 0149
Website: www.philippolus.org.za
Philippolis is the oldest settlement in the Free State and its origin can be traced as far back as a mission station that received its name from Rev. John Philip in 1823. It belonged to the London Missionary Society and was used for the benefit of the resident San. The Griqua leader, Adam Kok, settled in Philippolis with his people in 1826, and was appointed as a protector for the mission. When the Orange Free State government agreed to sell the land to Great Britain for 400 pounds Adam Kok migrated to Griqualand East. Many of the town buildings in this lovely old historic town have been declared National Monuments and they make delightful viewing.
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