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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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