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| Franschhoek |
Franschhoek is less than a hour drive from Cape Town. Both Paarl and Stellenbosch are approximately 20 minutes away.
Franschhoek, Valley of the Huguenots, one of the premier destinations in the World of Wine. . All noble cultivars and classic styles are on show here. From superb whites to rich and fruity reds to exceptional sparkling wines. And you'll be happy to know the most farms readily welcome visitors for tastings. The Picturesque valley offers some of South Africa's most acclaimed restaurants with everything from Cape country fare to sublime French cuisine. It's not surprising that the area is known as the "Wine and Food capital of the Cape".
Franschhoek is the most beautiful wine valley in the country. It has been proclaimed the food and wine capital of the country and has more award-winning restaurants concentrated here than anywhere else in the country. Franschhoek's French heritage of more than 300 years is evident in the wine and food tradition. The magnificent Huguenot Museum and monument are worth a visit , but so too is the other 101 interesting things to do in this picturesque village.
You can taste the wines of the valley in twenty seven extraordinary wine cellars. Franschhoek is a town for all budgets and is centrally located to enjoy the wonderful pleasures of the Western Cape ~ from the winelands to whale-watching to exploring the mother city. The culturally diverse people are friendly and welcoming while the The galleries and shops in the quaint main street provide hours of interesting browsing and shopping. |
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| Western Cape |
The Western Cape continues to be one of the most favoured destinations for foreigners. Everyone wants to see Cape Town, one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Some attractions in Cape Town include:
- Dutch-built Castle of Good Hope
- Company’s Garden
- District Six Museum
- Houses of Parliament and the South African National Gallery
- A boat trip to Robben Island where former President Nelson Mandela spent most of his 27 years in jail.
- Table Mountain is a popular site for visitors and provides the majestic backdrop to the vibrant and friendly Mother City. It can be reached by an ultra-modern cableway.
- Newlands is home to the world-renowned Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, and the famous rugby stadium.
- At Cape Point, part of the Cape Peninsula National Park, there are many drives, walks, picnic spots and a licensed restaurant. This is the point where the Atlantic and Indian oceans meet.
- Hout Bay is well-known for its colourful working harbour. Seafood outlets, round-the-bay trips to the nearby seal island, and a famous harbour-front emporium attract many visitors.
- The Wine Route outside Cape Town offers the chance to taste first-class wines in arguably the most beautiful winelands in the world. Superb accommodation is available in historic towns such as Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschoek, as well as on many estates and farms.
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| South Africa |
The country of South Africa occupies the southern tip of the African continent and is bordered by five countries including Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Botswana. Within South Africa lies the independent kingdom of Lesotho. Often described as “a world in one country”, South Africa offers the visitor a breathtaking variety of scenery, from desert and lush forest, to soaring mountains and vast empty plains. Culturally as diverse as the landscape, many visitors are drawn to experience for themselves the miracle of the peaceful overthrow of Apartheid. Others are attracted by endless golden beaches, big game, diving or snorkelling or bird watching. Whatever their reasons, visitors will find South Africa positively inviting, with world-class infrastructure, transport and accommodation.
Travel formalities
- Foreign visitors should check before arriving whether a visa is required. Visas are issued free of charge.
- Visitors must have at least one blank page in their passports.
- Tourists must have return or onward tickets.
- Those coming from yellow-fever areas should be able to prove inoculation.
- Foreign tourists may have their Value-Added Tax refunded upon departure.
- For safety, emergency and other information, phone 083-123-2345 (24 hours a day) when in South Africa.
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