Light Square facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Light Square |
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Light Square looking NE, statue on the left
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| Type | Square |
| Location | Adelaide, South Australia, Australia |
| Created | 1837 |
Light Square, also known as Wauwi, is one of five important public squares in the heart of Adelaide city centre. A public square is an open space often found in the middle of a town or city. It is a place where people can gather, relax, or enjoy events. Light Square is located in the north-western part of Adelaide's city centre.
The square's southern edge is Waymouth Street. Currie Street crosses its northern tip. This separates a small part of the square. Morphett Street runs right through the middle, from north to south.
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The History of Light Square
Light Square was one of six squares planned for Adelaide. These squares were designed by Colonel William Light. He was the Surveyor-General at the time. His plan for Adelaide was created in 1837. This plan included the city centre and North Adelaide.
How Light Square Got Its Name
The square was named after Colonel William Light. He was the founder and planner of Adelaide. The Street Naming Committee gave it this name on May 23, 1837.
Wauwi: A Dual Name
In 2003, Light Square received a second name. This was part of a special project called the dual naming initiative. The Adelaide City Council gave the square the name Wauwe. This name comes from the Kaurna language. The Kaurna people are the original inhabitants of this land. The spelling was later corrected to Wauwi. Wauwi was the wife of Kadlitpina, a respected Kaurna elder.
Images for kids
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A photograph of Light Square in 1911 showing the Colonel Light Hotel.
