Cape Town … is the town, about which people say that it is the most beautiful town on the globe. It is the town, which laid the foundation of the present South Africa, in inhabitants of which flows the blood of representatives from various countries and nations.

At the beginning a fort was founded at the place of modern Cape Town. It was an entrepot for those who moved to the East, the fort was the property of the East India Company and was founded in 1652 by Dutchman Jan van Riebeeck. Initially the fort was the colony of hundreds of citizens and gardens. Then Huguenots fled here from France, bringing with them the art of winemaking.

Centuries later a small settlement became a town with a population of around three millions. Now Cape Town is the second most populous city after Johannesburg. It is the best to begin your journey to Africa from Cape Town because this town is considered the “pearl of cities” and the most beautiful city in Africa. Since the town is on the popular tourist route, the city has many famous hotels.

The symbol of the city is Table Mountain height 1087 meters. For many years its silhouette was first seen to sailors entering the harbor of the city to restock food and water. The first of the Europeans who ascend this mountain was the Portuguese explorer Antonio de Saldanha in 1503. Today it can be reached by cableway in comfortable cabins. Table Mountain is considered the most beautiful viewing platform and among ten most visited tourist destinations in the world. The funicular operates daily from 6:00 to 23:00 and can raise and lower 890 people an hour. A rotating cab allows enjoying views of the city, Lions Head, Camps Bay and the mountain itself.

The harbors of Port Victoria and Alfred Waterfront have become one of the most popular places among travelers and inhabitants of Cape Town.

These days many people want to try Cape Town Tours. The thing is exotic places have become very popular among tourists and those who are fond of adventures. Moreover, thrill seekers can even try shark cage diving Cape Town. So don’t hesitate, order a trip and enjoy.