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Table Mountain
Table Mountain, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the world. The National Park is rich in floral biodiversity and is part of the Cape Floral Kingdom World Heritage Site. Furthermore It is home to an amazing 8200 plant species – of which around 80% are fynbos. You can hike the mountain using the mountain trails, or you can also use the cable way up and down. Both offer equally breathtaking views and an awesome experience.
Robben Island
Robben Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has come to symbolise the oppression of the Apartheid government. It was here that Nelson Mandela, alongside many other political prisoners, spent 18 years of his 27 years in prison. However, the island’s history predates the Apartheid regime. Over the centuries, it has acted as a prison, a military base, and a leper colony. Ferries depart for the island daily from the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront. The tours (including the ferry trips) usually last about three-and-a-half hours.
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
Situated on the slopes of Table Mountain, a mere 13km from the city centre. Kirstenbosch is regarded as one of the great botanical gardens of the world. The 528-hectare estate contains over 7,000 species of plants from southern Africa. Spend the day picnicking on the lawns, strolling through the Protea garden, or discovering interesting plant species in the Botanical Society Conservatory. While you are there, be sure to check out the 130m Centenary Tree Canopy – affectionately known as the Boomslang – that snakes its way through the trees of the botanical garden.
V&A Waterfront
The V&A Waterfront is South Africa’s most-visited destination, and it attracts roughly 24 million visitors a year. Although there are five shopping districts where you’ll find everything from local designs to international brands, there’s more to this destination than shopping. There are many coffee shops, restaurants, and bars, most with spectacular harbor views. Kids will love the Two Oceans Aquarium, the Scratch Patch, and the chance to ride the Cape Wheel. Along with many other events and attractions to keep the little ones busy for days.
There’s also the new Canal District, with its gorgeous city, harbor and mountain views. Here. you’ll find a range of water activities, from standup paddling to kayaking and swimming. There’s also Battery Park, where you can revel in the sunshine on a summer’s day. There are expansive lawns and landscaped indigenous gardens, interwoven with footpaths and benches.
Groot Constantia
The oldest wine farm in South Africa offers up more than just fine wine and delicious food. At Groot Constantia, you can also brush up on your Cape Town history at the museum housed in the old Manor House. Furthermore be sure to sample some of the estate’s dessert wine – Grand Constance. It was so famous in the nineteenth century (then known as Constantia Wyn) that it even found its way into the works of Jane Austen and Charles Dickens.
Cape Point
The Cape Point Nature Reserve is all about natural splendor. You will be treated to some pretty spectacular views of the Atlantic and False Bay coastlines. Furthermore be sure to also spend some time in the nature reserve where you are likely to encounter baboons, Cape Mountain Zebras, buck, and at least some of the 250 species of bird that call this reserve home. Don’t miss a ride up to the lighthouse on the Cape Point Flying Dutchman funicular for some truly spectacular panoramic views!
Cape Town is home to many more beautiful attractions in addition to the 6 most popular. Greater Good Development Network also offers you the opportunity to explore this beautiful country, while volunteering and helping the local communities.
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