Adderley Street Collection

Coventry CV1 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Coventry CV1 5

Birmingham B9 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Birmingham B9 4

The Post Office and Curb Flower Market, Adderley Street, Cape Town, South Africa, c1930s. Main street of the central business district (downtown) of Cape Town. From " Tour of the World"

Colonial architecture on Adderley Street, City Bowl, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Adderley Street, City Bowl, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Skyscrapers on Adderley Street, City Bowl, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Traffic passing along Adderley Street, City Bowl, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

The Royal Colonial Tour, the Duke of Cornwall at Cape Town (engraving)
1628338 The Royal Colonial Tour, the Duke of Cornwall at Cape Town (engraving) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Colonial Tour, the Duke of Cornwall at Cape Town)

View of Adderley Street from Longmarket Street (looking down) (b / w photo)
3092301 View of Adderley Street from Longmarket Street (looking down) (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dutch Reformed Church (b / w photo)
3092300 Dutch Reformed Church (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dutch Reformed Church)

The Transvaal War, Scenes at the Seat of Operations (b / w photo)
1599112 The Transvaal War, Scenes at the Seat of Operations (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal War, Scenes at the Seat of Operations)

Flower sellers, Adderley Street, Cape Town (colour photo)
3095137 Flower sellers, Adderley Street, Cape Town (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flower sellers, Adderley Street, Cape Town)

The Transvaal War, Scenes at the Front (litho)
1593019 The Transvaal War, Scenes at the Front (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal War, Scenes at the Front)

South Africa: Adderley Street, Cape Town (b / w photo)
6019676 South Africa: Adderley Street, Cape Town (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Adderley Street, Cape Town)

View of Lions Head from Tower of Post Office (b / w photo)
3092302 View of Lions Head from Tower of Post Office (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Lions Head from Tower of Post Office)

View of Adderley Street from opposite the Custom House (b / w photo)
3092296 View of Adderley Street from opposite the Custom House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The General Post Office, Adderley Street (b / w photo)
3092306 The General Post Office, Adderley Street (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The General Post Office, Adderley Street)

Cape Town: Adderley Street, looking down (photo)
6015948 Cape Town: Adderley Street, looking down (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Adderley Street, looking down)

Cape Town: Adderley Street, showing Railway Station and General Post Office (photo)
6015947 Cape Town: Adderley Street, showing Railway Station and General Post Office (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Adderley Street)

Cape Town Illustrated (engraving)
1055116 Cape Town Illustrated (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cape Town Illustrated)

Tower Hamlets E14 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Tower Hamlets E14 0

Adderley Street, with the Commercial Exchange and Standard Bank, Cape Town, South Africa, 1895. View of the main street in the business district of Cape Town

Adderley Street, Cape Town, early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Adderley Street, Cape Town, early 20th century. Busy main street in what is now the capital of the Western Cape province in South Africa. [Valentines (S.A.) Ltd. Cape Town]

British troops parading on Adderley Street, Cape Town, South Africa, World War I, c1914-c1918. Despite rain, Adderley Street en masse, greets the returning DEO Rifles

South African Light Horse, Cape Town, South Africa, 2nd Boer War, 1900. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
South African Light Horse, Cape Town, South Africa, 2nd Boer War, 1900. Men of the South African Light Horse coming down Adderley Street getting ready to entrain for the front

Adderley Street, Cape Town, c1900. Adderley Street, Cape Town, South Africa, the main street in the business district of Cape Town. [The Valentine & Sons Publishing Co. Ltd, Cape Town, c1900]

Cape Town Street
Adderley Street in Cape Town, South Africa, circa 1890. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Skyscrapers on Adderley Street, City Bowl, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, Africa

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Adderley Street, located in the City Bowl of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, is a captivating blend of history and modernity. As you stroll along this iconic street, you'll be greeted by a fusion of colonial architecture and towering skyscrapers that create an enchanting skyline. The street's rich heritage can be traced back to its Dutch origins when it was named after Charles Bowyer Adderley, the British parliamentarian who played a significant role in the development of Cape Town. This historical significance is evident in the well-preserved buildings that line Adderley Street. One cannot help but marvel at the stunning colonial architecture that grace this bustling thoroughfare. The grandeur of these structures stands as a testament to Cape Town's past and serves as a reminder of its cultural diversity. As you traverse Adderley Street, you'll witness the vibrant energy pulsating through its veins. Traffic flows steadily amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life - a true reflection of Cape Town's cosmopolitan atmosphere. Historical images transport us back in time to witness momentous events that unfolded on this very street. From an engraving depicting The Royal Colonial Tour with the Duke of Cornwall visiting Cape Town to scenes from The Transvaal War captured in black-and-white photographs - each image tells a story etched into Adderley Street's fabric. Yet amidst all this history lies an ever-evolving cityscape. Skyscrapers now reach for the sky alongside their colonial counterparts, creating an awe-inspiring contrast between old and new. This juxtaposition symbolizes not only progress but also resilience - showcasing how Adderley Street has adapted over time while still honoring its roots. In more recent times, vibrant bursts of color have been added to this historic tapestry with flower sellers adorning every corner. Their vivid blooms bring life and joy to passersby – adding yet another layer to Adderley Street's vibrant character.