Book Review buildings and some of the instruments, but also the natural history of the Observatory site. For example, I did not realise that The site is to some extent isolated from its urban surroundings by the two rivers, the Liesbeek and the Black. To the north and east are wetlands that form a sanctuary for bird life. Near its northern boundary is a bird hide that overlooks the vlei area. In winter, flamingos, geese, ducks and many other birds can be seen. Meanwhile, the Observatory gro.
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