The heritage significance of Princess Vlei is embedded in four key themes, namely cultural, spiritual, recreational and environmental significance. Princess Vlei represents a unique landscape of peoples’ identity which is considered exceptionally important and desirable by the community as a heritage resource.Princess Vlei is a significant natural heritage resource that has high historical social value as it represents the living expression of the Khoi and San from past to present. Princess Vleis’ geographical location as a natural gateway to the south contributes significantly to its aesthetic value within the community. The sense of place of the wetland system extending through Grassy Park to Strandfontein enables an ecological stepping stone that contributes to environmental value as a biodiversity benchmark site.
