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Views of Cape Town

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A big part of Cape Town's exotic appeal rests in the natural geography upon which the city developed.

Situated along the southwestern tip of the African continent, it has ocean views, beaches, and stunning mountains which can be climbed in dozens of different ways.

Downtown Cape Town as seen from the water
Downtown Cape Town as seen from the water

Real estate along the coast is very expensive
Real estate along the coast is very expensive
From left: Lion's Head, Table Mountain, and the 12 Apostles
From left: Lion's Head, Table Mountain, and the 12 Apostles

Cape Town as seen from Robben Island
Cape Town as seen from Robben Island

Table Mountain as seen from the V&A Waterfront
Table Mountain as seen from the V&A Waterfront

Looking down on Lion's Head from atop the taller Table Mountain
Looking down on Lion's Head from atop the taller Table Mountain
Camp's Bay and the 12 Apostles (mountains)
Camp's Bay and the 12 Apostles (mountains)
Construction of a new soccer stadium for the 2010 World Cup
Construction of a new soccer stadium for the 2010 World Cup

Downtown Cape Town at sunset
Downtown Cape Town at sunset
Picture perfect
Picture perfect

Last Updated on March 4, 2020 by Dave

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  2. camorose says

    South Africa has been at the top of my must-see list ever since I saw a tourism advertisement for it years ago. These pictures reminded me how much I need to figure out a plan to actually make it there!

  3. GlobalButterfly says

    I miss Cape Town sooooooo badly! Thanks for bringing me back there, even if only for a brief moment! Gorgeous pics!!!

  4. Kevin Post says

    Ave María, I bet the rockclimbing there is phenomenal! Beautiful photos Dave, thanks for sharing.

  5. Capetown Holidays says

    What truly stunning photographs Dave- they are are sure to promote Cape Town tourism amongst those who follow your exploits. Prospective visitors for the World Cup 2010 should be aware that the media are saying that accommodation in Cape Town has become more affordable as the date for the World Cup approaches, so review your travel budget and do it now.

  6. Meghashyam Chirravoori says

    What really stunned me at first glance..was the how nature abounds in Cape Town. In the first picture for example, there is the disarming stillness of the Table Mountain, and the water. This stillness overrules the bustle of the city. That is beautiful.

    Thanks for sharing, of course.

  7. Meghashyam Chirravoori says

    What really stunned me at first glance..was the how nature abounds in Cape Town. In the first picture for example, there is the disarming stillness of the Table Mountain, and the water. This stillness overrules the bustle of the city. That is beautiful.

    Thanks for sharing, of course.