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Cape Town, the third highest populous city of South Africa is one of the main tourist destinations. The pleasant weather, the scenic places and the self-sufficient infrastructure makes Cape Town one of the most visited places in South Africa. Starting from the Dutch style architecture to the old towns and from the impressive beach activities to wine tasting- you can enjoy all these at the same time in Cape Town only.
Places of Attraction
Cape Town is endowed with natural richness. There are many places of attraction in Cape Town. The Table Mountain and the adjoining Table Mountain National Park are the two most favored places of attraction. The Table Mountain is one of the best places for hikers, mountaineers and climbers. Drive along the Chapman's Peak Drive. Watch the scenic views of the Atlantic as your car mountains and the hills. The favorable location of Cape Town bestows on it great natural richness. The beaches of Cape Town in South Africa are visited in large numbers by both locals and tourists from various countries. Mostly the beaches of Cape Town are cold water beaches. The False Bay Beach, however, is comparatively warmer. It is one of the best places to watch whales.
Stretch along the beaches of Cape Town and indulge in varied water sports activities. The Boulders Beach Simon's Town is a major attraction for tourists. Here you can see many African penguins. Whale watching is a major attraction for tourists. If possible come to Hermanus which is known for its whale festival. You can also sip a mug of coffee in the restaurants and the cafes that are posted along the beaches. Clifton is one such popular beach area. The Beaches of the Camp Bay are however preferred for their bars.
No trip to Cape Town South Africa can be complete without a trip to the vineyards. There are many tours to the wine producing towns of Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek.
Best time to Visit Cape Town
Cape Town experiences a Mediterranean type of climate. It is a year round destination attracting tourists from all parts of the globe. The winters are usually cold with most of the rainfall occurring during the cold months. Cape Town has its winters from May to September. Summers are mild with an average temperature of 26 degree Celsius.
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