Cape Town, South Africa

Set upon the southern coast of the African continent, South Africa is a subtropical country filled with rugged mountains, lush river valleys, and big skies. It is the land of ancient rock paintings and the “Cradle of Civilization”. South Africa is also a culturally diverse country – one nation made up of many peoples.

Likewise, Cape Town hosts an array of skin tones, religions, traditions and ancestral nationalities. Due to this assortment of backgrounds, there is a wide range of cuisines to be enjoyed by all. Cape Town is also the wine capital of South Africa, producing many fine wines.

Cape Town has many wonderful things to offer travelers such as hiking, swimming, sunbathing, boating and golfing. There are many museums (South African Museum), art galleries (South African National Gallery), theatres and historical sites (Castle of Good Hope, Bo Kaap) to visit. There is also great shopping – especially for colorful African art, crafts and clothing.

Nature enthusiasts can view ancient rock paintings, visit wild life reserves, national parks (Cape Mountain National Park), a UNESCO world Heritage site (Robben Island), or enjoy the wildlife on land or in water. If you are lucky, you might be able to watch seals or penguins relax on the beach, or whales and silvery dolphins jumping out of the waves. Take a safari tour to see leopards, rhino, giraffes, kingly lions and majestic elephants.

This ancient land of untouched wilderness, exotic animals and ancient treasures awaits you. Come and enjoy it.