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Q: Why is robben island a heritage site?
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When was robben island named a heritage site?

Robben Island was named a World Heritage site in 1999.


What museum was declared South Africa's 1st world heritage site in 1999?

Robben Island was the prison turned museum that was among South Africa's first World Heritage sites in 1999.


Is there a difference between robben island and robben island prison?

...the prison is on the island.


What was the name of the island where Nelson Mandela was in prison?

Robben Island


Is Kangaroo Island a World Heritage Site?

Kangaroo Island is not World Heritage listed.


Why is Robben Island important in history?

Robben Island is South Africa's most secure prison.


What does the name Robben Island mean?

If German in origin it means "island of the seals", as Robben is plural for seal..


What is the origin of the name 'Robben Island'?

Robben Island is Dutch for "Seal Island". Obviously you see seals there. In this case the Cape Fur seal.


What was the island were Nelson Mandela's prison was?

Robben Island


Where was Mandela's jail?

in robben island


Robben Island is in the bay of which African city?

Robben Island is about 5 miles (8 km) offshore of Capetown, South Africa


Why is robben island called seal island?

because there are seals there