Holidays to South Africa aren’t complete without a trip to Cape Town - the Mother City of South Africa and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Although it’s unlikely that you would plan a trip to South Africa without putting Cape Town on the itinerary, here are just a few facts about Cape Town that should entice you to the Mother City should you need persuading.
It’s impossible to speak about a holiday that was spent in South Africa without mentioning how beautiful Cape Town is. There are hundreds of other incredible aspects about the city, however this will always be the first thing that tourists will remember and talk about. The beautiful beaches, majestic mountains, views, and colourful buildings in the city are appreciated by both tourists and locals, sweeping them off their feet and inspiring them. Although there are many other cities around the world with beaches and mountains, the layout and views of the Cape Peninsula are unmatched by any other.
Holidays to South Africa are enticing for more than the country’s incredible beauty however; its recent history is world-famous and is a point of interest to many holiday makers. The Apartheid affected every person and region in South Africa, and traces of the regime can still plainly be seen today; many town and street names that serve as Apartheid reminders are being changed to accommodate the democratic political system. Cape Town reflects some of the changes; the most recent being the renaming of a road to “Nelson Mandela Boulevard”. The Mother City is home to District Six and Robben Island where some of the most devastating actions of the Apartheid took place. Today, they are museums; reminders of the past which show how far South Africa came to become a democratic Rainbow Nation.
Make sure to put time aside to visit areas that are just outside of Cape Town as some of the Western Cape’s most beautiful views and quaint towns can be explored here. Every spring, the Namaqualand comes alive with beautiful flowers and blossoming fynbos. This region is about 2 hours up the west coast away from Cape Town and is especially popular as a tourist destination during September and October. Beautiful seaside towns scatter the route up to Namaqualand, and offer quaint accommodation, beautiful views, and sea food to die for.
Another popular place to visit out of Cape Town is the Cape Winelands - just thirty minutes away from the CBD. This is the capital of South Africa’s wine industry and offers both beautiful wines and scenery for visitors to enjoy. The popular and quaint towns of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek form part of the Cape Winelands, and are popular for weekend getaways as well as day trips amongst locals. If you’re visiting Cape Town, a visit to the Cape Winelands will leave you inspired and in awe of the incredible beauty of the Cape.
If you’ve planned a trip to South Africa, visiting Cape Town is an absolute must. If you aren’t enticed by the beautiful mountains, beaches, seaside, winelands, and flora, the friendly and warm mood will. This city is always alive with activity and never shows a dull moment; whether you’re out sightseeing, sun tanning on a beach, relaxing in beautiful accommodation, or shopping at the popular V&A Waterfront, you’ll find yourself submersed in the tangible atmosphere that can only be created by the diversity, beauty, and hot weather in Cape Town.
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