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About Cape Town

Cape Town is one of the most beautiful and attractive cities of South Africa as well as Africa.
The main things of this attraction are its climate, natural environment, well-managed
infrastructure and people. A lot of natural and artificial sites, places and markets are available in
Cape Town for serving and entertainment of tourists.

Here, thousands of people could be seen who come especially for tourism and entertainment.
Hotels, mountains, parks, museums and markets, all are highly imaginary. The delicious food in
Cape Town’s local market and living style of people, all are fantastic. The lifestyle, traditions
and relationships, everything is notably outstanding.

There are some extraordinary places, which remain fresh and alive in people’s mind after many
decades. These memorable and beautiful places are Bo-Kaap, The Castle of Good Hope,
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Robben Island, Rhodes Memorial, South African Parliament,
Two Oceans Aquarium and Victoria and Alfred Waterfront with some historical Museums &
Galleries. A little descriptive and introductory detail about these magnetic and beautiful places is
given below:

Bo-Kaap
This is a historical place, located in a hilly area of downtown. This is famous for showbiz and
modeling, shooting due to multicolor and beautiful residential, commercial and religious places.
Some delicious foods and drinks are also famous here. Muslim Community has good respect
here, and a museum (Bo-Kaap Museum) is famous in relation to Muslims here. Atlas Trading
and Noon Gun are two well-known things in Bo-Kaap area.

The Castle of Good Hope


This is one of the oldest surviving buildings of South Africa. It was designed and made during
1666. Some famous and historical military paraphernalia can be seen here. You can enjoy some
spicy and delicious foods here with seeing William Fehr Collections. A modern café is also
available for refreshment. Opening time and duration is short and advanced booking is
necessary. People enjoy here alone and with their families.
The Castle of Good Hope

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens


It is a hub of beautiful plants, trees, flowers and fruits. Nature can be seen here with a very close
view. South Asian plants are gathered here and arranged in a beautiful way. It is completely an
enjoying and entertainment is with some shopping sites as well as hub of food. Different concerts
can be attended here round the year. This natural environment, birds, animals and gathering of
people, make this place really amazing.

Robben Island
Robben Island is a famous place in Cape Town. This place was built especially for political
prisoners. You can find a guide for its tour. Nelson Mandela’s memories are fresh here.
Availability of Asian penguins enhances its beauty and attraction. Must ask opening hours,
tickets can be booked by phone.

Rhodes Memorial
This place has special relation with Cecil John Rhodes. Some historical items are also available
in it. Table Mountain National Park is also very beautiful and attractive here. John’s bike, table,
hiking trails and so many other things can also be seen here. This is one of the beautiful and busy
areas of the city.

South African Parliament


This city is the legislative center of South Africa. A lot of administrative and governmental
departments, buildings and offices are there. A complete political and administrative system can
be understood and visited with a guide. Entries are free and responsive with security officers.
A Front View of South African Parliament

Two Oceans Aquarium


This is the beautiful and important place for tourists. It is busy and full during Sundays and
holidays. Here, Scuba diving is offered for visitors. Fees are applicable differently for adults and
children.

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront


This is a shopping and entertainment place for national and international visitors. You can find a
variety of products from hundreds of available shops. There are some high standard restaurants
and food places. Marine Museum and special Harbour tour can be enjoyed with guides.
Helicopter flights and wheelchair travelling has also offered her for visitors.
Colorful houses at Bo-Kaap

Museums and Galleries


In Cape Town, a number of historical and modern museums and galleries are available; people
can see a lot of historical things, pictures, ideas and national history of the country. All are well-
managed and rich with information. Some famous places are:

 Bo-Kaap Museum
 District Six Museum
 Groot Constantia
 Slave Lodge
 South African Jewish Museum
 South African Maritime Museum
 South African National Gallery
 Galleria Gibello
Visitors enjoy here and return with a good knowledge and history about Cape Town & South
Africa.

Things to Do
Whether, you are alone or with your family and beloved ones, Cape Town is the best place for
enjoyment. A number of activities can be found here, like;

 Cable Car to the top of Table Mountain


 Climbing Table Mountain
 Cape Peninsula Visiting
 Ratanga Junction Enjoying
 Swimming
 Surfing
 Kite Surfing
 Winelands
 Seal Snorkeling
 Freediving
 Climbing Lion's Head and Signal Hill Road

Eating Out in Cape Town


Cape Town has tasty and spicy foods with fully natural and local taste. You can enjoy with
different types of food at different rates. Some famous places for food are:

 V&A waterfront
 Long Street
 Green Point
 Camps Bay
 De Waterkant
 Lower Main Road

Cape Town has special areas and places for youngsters; they can eat, drink and entertain here
with different facilities including spa and massage. Music and art industry is also highly
developed in Cape Town. There are many clubs in the city for entertainment. Different events,
exhibitions and galas can be attended here.

Transportation
The City is rich with modern transportation; you can find easily good transport here, from air,
rail, roads and water. Cape Town has good buses, taxies and a metro system. Most of the public
and private places are facilitated with Wi-Fi and Internet connectivity.
People
People of Cape Town are good and rich. As we know that South Africans say their country the
richest one, that is why people of this city are prosperous. Different religions can be found here
like Christianity, Islam and Hinduism.

This was all about Cape Town a modern, beautiful and well-managed city of the word. It has a
good number of people who come here especially for enjoying and visiting. Everyone should
visit this city in life.

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