Cape Town

Cape Town is a seaport and the second largest city of South Africa. It is the capital city of South Africa and Western Cape province. Cape of Good Hope is located at its Southernmost boundary and it lies at the northern end of Cape Peninsula about 50Km away. It also known as country’s “Mother City” because of early settlements of European in South Africa. Grab our cheap flight to Cape Town and fulfil your dream tour to see its wonderful places.

Modern and multicultural, Cape Town is surrounded by nature. The Mother City, centered on Table Mountain, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. It is renowned for its magnificent beaches, spectacular wildlife, award-winning food and wine, and diversity of available activities.

History of Cape Town

European ships, mostly Portuguese, began visiting the area in the late 15th century for food and water, then whaling and trading with the inhabitants. Jan van Riebeeck founded Cape Town in 1652 as a Dutch East Indies Company (VOC) trading port on the Cape Route. South Africa, the furthest from Europe, was the first and only European colony since the Roman Empire in North Africa until the 19th century. The Cape was strategically essential for international trade, and the temperature was temperate enough to cultivate European commodities.

Dutch and Protestant Huguenots from northern France were the first European settlers. These settlers explored the surrounding area and created Paarl and Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands. Voortrekkers ("Pioneers") from the Cape explored, conquered, and settled Southern Africa. In 1654, Dutch slaves brought Javanese Malays to Cape Town. Cape Malays are descendants. The Cape Coloured community emerged when ethnic groups interacted.

Cape Town was ruled by the Dutch and British until 1814, when the British took over. Parliament is in Cape Town. It was a worldwide, multicultural city before most other big cities. Cape Town boasts many attractions and a vibrant nightlife. You can book our cheap ticket to Cape Town, for affordable and convenient journey.

Interesting Facts about Cape Town

Table Mountain, one of the world's oldest mountains at 280 million years old, is still romantic. About two couples get engaged on the mountain each month. The Twelve Apostles mountains to the south west of Table Mountain make it appear flat from one side. The mountain has 2,200 plant species, many of which are indigenous.

Despite being South Africa's oldest city, the 2011 national census found that 43.2 percent of the Western Cape's population is under 25. Cape Town has luxurious and attractive residences. The Atlantic Seaboard has 7 of the country's most expensive suburbs, and these residences cost above R200 million. In 2015, Seeff reported R1 billion in trophy home sales in Cape Town, mostly in Clifton, Camps Bay, Bantry Bay, and Fresnaye.

The only mountain with a constellation is Table Mountain. In honour of Table Mountain, French astronomer Nicolas Louis de Lacaille created twelve constellations from dim Southern Hemisphere stars in the 18th century, including Mensa. After visiting South Africa, he remembered how a south-easterly stormy wind hidden Table Mountain in clouds, therefore he made a "table" in the sky under the clouds.

Cape Town's Port, named as the "Tavern of the Seas,". It is a strategic and economic hub. Several major fishing fleets and the West African oil industry use the port's repair and maintenance facilities. Cape Town is second only to Durban in container ports and handles the freshest produce. Cape Town and its surroundings attract many cruise ships due to their various tourist attractions.

Top Tourist Attractions of Cape Town

Cape Town was founded as a supply station for ships sailing east from the Dutch East Indies. It is situated on the South African coast and offers stunning bay and ocean views with Table Mountain as a scenic backdrop. Because of its beautiful scenery, mild climate, and excellent tourist facilities, it is one of Africa's most popular tourist destinations. Don’t worry if you don’t have enough money to buy expensive ticket, you can avail our cheap flight to Cape town. An overview of Cape Town's top tourist attractions:

Table Mountain

Reaching the summit of Table Mountain, which is located within a national park, is an exciting experience that provides phenomenal. Birds-eye views of Cape Town, Robben Island to the north, and the Atlantic seaboard to the west and south. The top, which stands at 1,086 meters (3,563 feet), is easily accessible via an ingenious cableway. Each Rotair car features revolving floors that allow passengers to enjoy 360-degree views during the journey.

Robben Island

Robben Island, located just off the coast of Cape Town, is not a place to visit if you are looking for a good time. Robben Island has been used as a military base, a hospital for those with socially unacceptable diseases such as lepers, and a prison for political prisoners over the course of three centuries. Its most famous prisoner was undoubtedly Nelson Mandela, who was imprisoned here for 18 years and went on to become South Africa's president after his release.

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

The historic waterfront is named after British Queen Victoria and her youngest son Alfred, who tipped the first stones for the breakwater in the 1860s. It now houses a variety of shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Among the other attractions on the waterfront are art galleries, and an aquarium. An Amphitheatre with live entertainment that is usually free is also located in Cape town

Bo-Kaap

Bo-Kaap, also known as the Malay Quarter, is a vibrant neighborhood near Cape Town's center. Its brightly painted, uniquely styled houses, some dating back to the 18th century, and cobblestone streets provide visitors with fantastic photo opportunities. Bo-Kaap is a multicultural neighborhood with Muslim mosques and shrines. Bo-Kaap Museum is also important, which depicts the lives of early Muslims in the area. The museum also has 19th century furnishings from Cape Town homes of the time. Previous visitors say that walking is the best way to explore Bo-Kaap.

Clifton Beach

Cape Town has some of the world's best city beaches to offer. Clifton Beach is the most fashionable of them all, located on the west Atlantic side only ten minutes from the city center. Clifton is actually four beaches connected by a stretch of granite boulders. All of the beaches have nearly pure white sand and offer stunning views and sunsets. Unfortunately, despite its blue and appealing appearance, the water is always very cold, averaging around 12 to 16 °C, and is only bearable on a hot summer day.