Postcard ZA-35249

The bandstand alongside the Oval in the Park was built in 1892 from funds subscribed by the citizens to commemorate the service of British military units at Fort Napier. The roof features the "chinoiserie" of Far-Eastern architecture which shaped roofs like a mandarin’s hat. This is believed to be the only bandstand of its kind in South Africa. It was officially opened on June 4, 1892, by the Mayor at that time, Mr. C.P. Mason.