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Date: 1902 Type: Botanical Gardens Status: Demolished   Click to view large map Coordinates: 29°50'47.03" S 31°00'19.24" E Alt: 38m

The stairs seen in the historic photo still exist as can be seen in the composite created by Frank Reitz. The Natal Observatory was located in the southwest corner. "This Herbarium was formed by the present excellently-qualified curator, Mr. J. Medley Wood, and a large building is being erected for its accommodation. One of the chief attractions of the Gardens is the Jubilee Conservatory, or Palm House, as it is called." (Source: CW Francis Harrison. 1903. Natal: An Illustrated Official Railway Guide and Handbook of General Information. p 26.)