Discover the hidden gems of Cape Town
Cape Town has always been one of South Africa’s holiday destinations, with beaches and malls buzzing with visitors from every corner of the country, and indeed the globe. However, with so much to do and see in the city, we locals can sometimes forget about the exquisite landmarks on our doorstep.
This is according to Martin Moore, Cellar Master for Durbanville Hills, who says that the winery has a strong connection to the Mother City.
These are a few prominent landmarks that are definitely worth the trip for tourists and locals alike:
The Cape Mist
The Cape Mist is a natural phenomenon in Cape Town, stealthily moving in as a cool Atlantic breeze moves over Table Bay. The mist falls like a soft blanket over the surrounding slopes and creates the perfect cool climate conditions that enables the Durbanville wine valley and to produce exceptional Sauvignon Blanc wines. Should you wish to experience the cooling mist for yourself, head over to any of Cape Town’s famous beaches in the early morning.
The Noon Gun
In the early 1950’s Cape Town authorities decided to fire a cannon at (more or less) noon every day as a time signal for the sailors who docked in Table Bay for shelter against the Atlantic storms. Decades later and this long-time Cape Town tradition based on Signal Hill is still visited daily by locals and tourists to watch the cannon shot be fired.
The Cableway
A ride up our famous cable car is possibly one of the very best ways to experience Cape Town, and yet it’s still on the bucket list of many Capetonians, who have yet to experience the thrill. The Cableway is the gateway to an awe-inspiring experience of Cape Town from a unique perspective atop the majestic Table Mountain.
Source: iol.co.za