CAPE OF GOOD HOPE   ' CAPE TOWN '

Located at the meeting point of the Atlantic with the Indian oceans, the City of Cape Town is framed with the backdrop of the magnificent Table Mountain. Initially inhabited by ancient aboriginal Khoikhoi and San nomads, and later on by nationalities from all over the world, this award winning, vibrant and clean city is symbolized by its unique cultural and architectural heritage. This is a destination to suit all tastes ranging from outstanding South African art, to theatre, music, fine wines and dining, nature reserves, mountain climbing, cycling, antiques, bird watching and sailing, all within a short distance of pristine white beaches and natural forests. Close to the first military port established in South Africa in the 1700’s, nearby Simonstown is a unique Victorian village, hardly changed over the centuries. Travel further on to Cape Point nature reserve which contains unique and rare fynbos floral kingdom and views of exquisite beauty where mountain meets the sea. Watch whales coming in from Antartica to calve in False Bay, visit the working Waterfront habour with its myriad of restaurants, or go diving to see the Great White Shark in it's winter home at Seal Island, and in summer when they come closer to the shoreline.  . Accommodation is varied ranging from 5 star hotels to self catering. Within easy reach of interesting wine farms, coastal and inland villages and towns, whether using self-drive or on a guided tour, make Cape Town a destination never to be forgotten.    In 2009, Cape Town was voted the 2nd most desirable destination in the world.

pic: