St. Mary's Anglican Church | |
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26°15′01″S28°03′17″E / 26.2502°S 28.0546°E | |
Address | 114 Cnr Zinnia and, Albert St |
Country | South Africa |
Denomination | Anglican |
Architecture | |
Architect(s) | Baker and Fleming |
Groundbreaking | Early 20th century |
Administration | |
Diocese | Diocese of Christ the King |
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