Robben Island – Prison of Apartheid

Cape Town, South Africa · prison · 1961–1991

Robben Island symbolizes South Africa’s apartheid history.

Type of Tragedy: prison

Year of Event: 1961–1991

Estimated Death Toll: Unknown

Best Time to Visit: November–March

Photography Rules: Allowed

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