Babylonstoren is described as one of the oldest working Cape Dutch farms in the Franschhoek wine valley.
Founded in 1692, the farm has become a sanctuary for many visitors, offering not only a stunning fruit and vegetable garden but also accommodations, a spa, a restaurant, and more.
For locals and travellers, this is a spot to put on your bucket list—a true winelands gem.
The Babylonstoren Garden
The Babylonstoren Garden was reportedly inspired by The Company’s Garden, which you can find in Cape Town’s city centre. It is a five-hectare working farm that offers a fruit and vegetable garden alongside other botanical plants, including those with medicinal value.
The garden’s design was implemented by the French architect Patrice Taravella. He was commissioned by the owner, Karen Roos, in 2007. Taravella boasts impressive projects and is known for his architectural work at Prieuré Notre Dame d’Orsan in France, where he remade a medieval cloistered garden.
Babylonstoren’s name was reportedly inspired by the Bible’s Tower of Babel, which inspired the founders in the 17th century. However, the farm’s inspiration reportedly also derives from the hanging gardens of Babylon.
Babylonstoren offers a rich history when you visit, along with fresh fruit and vegetables for the picking. It is advised to learn more about visiting and booking times, entrance fees, garden tours and relevant rules and guidelines.
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