Travel Africa
Written on October 31, 2009 – 6:55 pm | by prempcc
It is impossible to capture the beauty of Cape Town in words or pictures. It can only give a glimpse into the magic.
Explore Long, long ago, when the slides were happy to go to the seas to new lands was in the Cape the "Cape of Storms". Cape Town is very interesting weather. Most of the time it is warm and sunny, but with the start of "Suidoos" (the local name for the very strong south-east wind) blows, you have everything that you think have.
Table Mountainis the best example of this unpredictable weather. One minute it is open and beautiful and come in the next minute the fog blows within a few minutes on a white tablecloth of cloud rests on top of the mountain.
But it does not matter how bad the weather, there is always something to do. A large cosmopolitan city surrounded by mountains on one side and the ever-changing ocean on the other side.
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront (V & A): Very commersialised and expensive, but overalltreat. The lively atmosphere and energy is addictive. The aquarium is well worth seeing. If you have children, it is a must. It is a touch-area with a variety of aquatic plants, affecting the can to get an idea of the textures. Feeding times, you can watch the sharks having their lunch. There are good restaurants and cafes for the hungry. In the designer shops, you can practically shop till you drop.
The mountain and the "Mother City": The cable car is an experience in itself, with arotating floor and a beautiful view when coming up and down the mountain. By Phone in advance or visit the site when the lift rises. It is not always open. The weather can be in the toll of a second, foggy and cloudy. At the top is a restaurant and a shop with great views.
Cape Town is rich in historic buildings that are worth a look and is ideal for full images. In the famous Castle of Good Hope, you will find examples of the beautiful antique furniture. You can alsoExperience the dark dungeons where prisoners were kept. It's terribly cold, dark and small. You can take a guided tour of the castle and all information about Jan van Riebeeck, the Van der Stel, Lady Anne Barnard and all who participated in the early years of the Cape.
There are also many historic churches. Driving tour through the city area on a Sunday or Saturday afternoon when all these buildings. During normal business hours, the roads are too busyto find parking.
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens: Do not miss this. You can pend a full day and still not seen everything. You only find indigenous South African plants such as Protea, fynbos, etc. There is a way to Table Mountain from inside the gardens. We climbed a little, but it is quite steep and we had no idea how long it would take. I would not recommend only if you have any information about hiking to the summit of the mountain.
The weather can change very quickly and thenis dangerous to be anywhere on the mountain. On Sunday afternoon (late afternoon) in the summer can be music to the concerts. It is a nice restaurant or bring your own picnic basket. Plenty of space for a picnic.
Malay Quarter, the old Malay quarter, or as it is today known as Bo-Kaap is worth seeing. It's basically in the city. Drive in Wale Street, Greenpoint. The area has been upgraded in many places, and property prices are rising sharply. It is convenientand has a great atmosphere. The houses are painted in bright colors and look festive. The streets are still cobbled and narrow. From the summit the view over Cape Town is amazing.
CAPE POINT: Not Contrary to some beliefs, this will make when the two oceans. The actual meeting place is Agulhas. Nevertheless, Cape Point is an incredible experience. The last time we went to Chapman's Peak was closed due to rock falls and we took the road past Kommetjie and Scarborough. AllArea is a nature reserve. There are 2 200 different plant species to see, as well as many smaller animals. You can take the funicular to the point or a walk. It is a bit steep to climb, but doable. The view is absolutely amazing. Stop at the Dias Cross in the reserve. It is a large stone cross that reminds his achievements.
GREAT CONSTANTIA: the oldest winery
The farm's history dates back to 1685 when it was the first governor of the Cape, Simon was awardedvan der Stel, as the experimental farm for agricultural products. Van der Stel named the farm "Constantia" and the production of vegetables and fruit was on vessels that called at the Cape delivered. You can taste and buy the award-winning red and white wines in the cellars. There are daily wine tours, wine tasting and buying wines.
Clifton: The playground of the rich
Clifton is not for the fear of heights and narrow streets. The houses seem stuck the rocks. You park at itsRoofs, or so it seems. Each client that this can build a house that deserves a reward. Most of the houses are more than houses and flats are worth a few million. Clifton is especially known for its beaches, but the water is still cold as the rest of the Cape waters.The small rock pools are great for children to play and obviously not so cold. Unfortunately, it is also the ideal place for parties, where some of these areas can be very dirty.
Chapman's Peak: The view is worthPayment of the fee R22 toll on this road. You do not need to come back the same way. You can Muizenberg Noordhoek way back to Cape Town. Hout Bay and Camps Bay Landudno back past, which is the other beautiful coastal road.
Kalk Bay: A tiny town a few miles outside the city. The shopping experience is very different form, found at the V & A. You individualistic little arty shops, each with its own character and style. If you are looking for something,out of the ordinary, away from mass production, you must visit the main Kalk Bay Street. Cape to Cairo and Papagayo features but all are worth a visit. The shops are so beautifully decorated and painted in bright colors. There are also beautiful art galleries, theaters and restaurants.
Sunset on Signal Hill:
Rather than to the lift, take off the street to the right and drive up Signal Hill. Lovely sunset.
CENTURY CITY: Century City is a bit out of town, nearMilnerton. It is a beautiful center with every store you can imagine. Less designer shops than at V & A and of course, not so expensive. The MTN Science Center is a hit with children. You can buy a family ticket and the whole day there. You will receive a stamp on the hand and move in and out as you please. Make sure that you are at the "camera obscura" session. It works with mirrors and even though you're inside the building, you can move the reflection of the car to see the movementthe water in the channels and what is happening out there. All other things like movies mall there, eating places, many chain stores etc, etc. ….
More Restaurants in CAPE TOWN BLUES
Sit outside with a nice view over the beach of Camps Bay and the very busy and interesting street runs directly on the sea. You'll see everything from a top of the range Ferrari, a "gedaan" (down), taxi, a luxury tour bus to an old Beetle. The menu offers seafood, pasta and a fewGrilled delicacies as hamburgers, lamb ribs, steak, etc. Nice cocktails and wine list. Excellent service.
Mariner's Wharf (Hout Bay)
It's a lovely upstairs area for a sit-down meal with spectacular decor. It opens at 12 clock in the afternoon. If you wait too hungry, go to the open area on the ground floor. Get a box of real fish and chips and have a feast.
Farmstall, Noordhoek, on the other side of Chapman's Peak Noordhoek. The Farmstall has all the traditional South African Cakeand pastries, such as biscuits and milk tart.
This is just the tip of the iceberg, and only some of the exciting places to visit. Explore and feel like slides with each new discovery.