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Welcome to Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa’s scenic city on the Cape Peninsula, blends natural wonders with a sense of history and a modern sophistication. Come along as we take a virtual tour to some of the area’s most significant sites.
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Table Mountain
No attraction defines Cape Town quite like Table Mountain. This flat-topped peak, located within Table Mountain National Park, looms over the city. A trip to Cape Town wouldn’t be complete without taking in the view from the top of the mountain, voted one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature.
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Table Mountain Cable Car
To reach the top of Table Mountain, take a ride on the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway. Before the cableway opened in 1929, the only way to reach the top of the iconic mountain was on foot. Today, passengers ride one of two cable cars with rotating floors to allow for 360-degree views on the 5-minute ride up.
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Hiking to Kasteelspoort
For one of the best views from the top of Table Mountain, hike the Kasteelspoort route. This trail leads to the site of the old Table Mountain cable car on…
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