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 Touring the Kramats of the Western Cape, where you will find the most up-to-date and informative website that showcases the contribution of the Muslim community to the history of Cape Town.

Here you will find a detailed explanation of what a Kramat is, how they found their place in Cape history and culture and the important customs, traditions and decorum to follow when visiting a Kramat. 

Take an online guided tour of the Kramats of the Western Cape. Each Kramat visited will provide a brief historical sketch of the saint buried there as well as pictures of the Kramats as they look today.

For an understanding of the exact locations of the Kramats of the Western Cape visit the map section.  The maps show the Kramats scattered across the Cape Peninsula and surrounding areas.