Submitted by doug.cole on Thu, 10/31/2013 - 10:55
Inventory Reference
GEO060
Formal Gradings
Grading
Grade II
Grading Date
GradingComment

Forms a well-known geosite and landmark and should be graded on a Provincial level Grading by: DOUG COLE

Statement of Significance

Paarl Mountain consists of a prominent hilly landmass composed of Early Cambrian granite of the Cape Granite Suite. It received its name in 1657 from the Dutch settlers who noted the bare domes of granite, wet with dew, glistening in the morning sun.

Significance criteria
Significance Categories
Historical
Sphere of Significance
Provincial
Level
Medium
Significance Categories
Understanding Natural or Cultural Heritage
Sphere of Significance
Provincial
Level
Medium
Significance Categories
Research, Teaching or Benchmark Site
Sphere of Significance
National
Level
Medium
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